6515--RFQ-Porta Count Respirator Fit Tester w/Tablet - Model# 8048

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Central Western Massachusetts VA Medical Center is seeking quotations for two PortaCount Model 8048 quantitative respirator fit‑testing devices, each supplied with a tablet and full accessory kit. The equipment must meet OSHA, ANSI, CSA, ISO, and other regulatory standards, provide real‑time fit‑factor feedback, support up to four instruments via a single tablet, and be compatible with legacy data from the TSI PortaCount Pro+ 8038. Delivery is required within 30 calendar days of award, with the performance period running from 09‑21‑2026 to 11‑20‑2026. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price and will be awarded based on technical quality, past performance, veteran involvement, and price. • Quantity: 2 units (Model 8048‑T) with tablet, accessories, and 2‑year warranty • Required features: quantitative fit testing for a full range of tight‑fitting respirators, fit‑factor up to 10,000, N95 companion, tablet‑based software, Wi‑Fi connectivity, portable (≤ 8 lb unit) • Compliance: OSHA 1910.134, ANSI/ASTM, CSA, ISO, etc. • Delivery location: Central Western MA VAMC, 421 North Main St, Leeds, MA 01053 • Delivery deadline: no later than 11‑20‑2026 (30 days after award) • Evaluation factors: Technical/Quality, Past Performance, Veterans Involvement, Price