6835--Bulk Oxygen Contract
The opportunity is for bulk oxygen at VAMC White River Junction. The government clarified that a small business prime may use properly licensed and qualified medical gas subcontractors or suppliers for medical gas supply, FDA/CGMP, Vermont licensing, equipment, delivery, maintenance, and technical requirements. The prime remains fully responsible and the sole point of accountability for performance, compliance, quality assurance, and corrective action. Subcontractors must hold required licenses, registrations, and certifications in their own name and comply with applicable standards; the Nonmanufacturer Rule and VAAR subcontracting limitations apply, with oxygen product cost generally excluded as a material cost. The prime must identify subcontractors and suppliers in its quote and provide compliance documentation upon request.