Automation Lab Configuration Industry Day
ID: 36C24924Q0018Type: Special Notice
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, USA

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    Special Notice: VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking industry expertise for the Automation Lab Configuration Industry Day. This event aims to provide insight and support for the New Medical Center Laboratory at the Louisville VA Medical Center. The purpose is to establish an automation equipment layout and coordinate required utilities in the New Medical Center Lab area prior to construction. The industry day will generate potential configurations based on the outlined requirements by the Lab.

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