6550--ROCHE 5800 CPT IDIQ
ID: 36C26226Q0192Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2266c1d0ee8040cab31d926d86172771/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified sources to provide a ROCHE Cobas 5800 VISN-Wide Infectious Molecular Pathology Cost Per Test (CPT) contract, as outlined in their Sources Sought Notice (RFI 36C26226Q0192). The procurement aims to secure reagents, consumables, and services for infectious disease testing across multiple VA locations, including facilities in Greater Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Albuquerque, among others. This initiative is critical for enhancing the VA's diagnostic capabilities, ensuring timely and accurate testing for various infectious diseases, including HIV-1 and SARS-CoV-2. Interested parties must submit their responses, including company information and capabilities, by January 12th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PST to Clift Domen at Clift.Domen@va.gov.

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    Clift DomenContract Specialist
    (562) 766-2241
    Clift.Domen@va.gov
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    36C26226Q0192.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 22, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (RFI 36C26226Q0192) for a ROCHE Cobas 5800 VISN-Wide Infectious Molecular Pathology Cost Per Test (CPT) or Cost Per Reportable Result (CPRR) contract. This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The VA is seeking qualified sources, particularly small businesses, that can provide the specified ROCHE system or an equivalent product/solution. Interested parties are requested to provide company information, business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, Large Business), NAICS code status (325413), manufacturer/distributor details, country of origin, federal contract information (FSS, GSA, NAC, NASA SEWP), general pricing for market research, UEI number, and capabilities in meeting salient characteristics by January 12th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PST via email to Clift.Domen@va.gov.
    Attachment A - Price Schedule.xlsx
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    Attachment B - SOW.docx
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide reagents, consumables, and services for infectious disease testing on Roche Cobas 5800 systems for VISN 22 sites, including VA Greater Los Angeles, Long Beach, Northern Arizona, Loma Linda, Albuquerque, Phoenix, and Southern Arizona Healthcare Systems. The contract will have a one-year base period with three one-year options. The contractor must maintain a continuously stocked inventory of high-quality, pre-calibrated reagents and supplies with at least six months of expiration, provide emergency deliveries within 24 hours, and offer a comprehensive test menu compatible with the Roche Cobas 5800, including FDA-cleared assays for HIV-1, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, CT/NG, HPV, SARS-CoV-2, and others. The Cost Per Test (CPT) pricing includes reagents, consumables, training, delivery, installation, and removal of equipment, with maintenance billed separately. Key requirements also cover detailed reporting, 24/7 technical support with a one-hour response time, 24-hour equipment repair, and scheduled preventative maintenance. The contractor is responsible for all equipment upgrades, ancillary support, interfacing with VA hospital systems, and providing documentation for waste characterization and disposal in accordance with federal and state regulations. The implementation and training period is 90 days post-award, with an equipment performance acceptance level of 90% over 30 consecutive days.
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