Biological Sampling and Analysis Pharmacy Clean Room | start 1 Jan 2027

This sources‑sought announcement seeks vendors to provide an environmental technician who will conduct bacterial and fungal air‑ and surface‑sampling in a VA pharmacy clean‑room, under the supervision of a Certified Industrial Hygienist. The work includes monthly sampling, laboratory analysis of cultures, and timely reporting of results. The contract is structured as a base year (2027) with four optional one‑year extensions, allowing a potential five‑year performance period at the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System in Reno, Nevada. Vendors must demonstrate capability to supply sampling media, equipment, and accredited laboratory analysis, and must meet VA security, privacy, and training requirements. • Monthly microbiological sampling (air & surface) of sterile‑compounding areas, totaling ~56 samples per month. • Laboratory analysis performed by an EMLAP‑accredited lab, with results delivered within 14 days. • Supervision by an ABIH‑Certified Industrial Hygienist and compliance with VA security, privacy, and data‑handling directives.