6640--FY25 Q3 Micro Molecular Testing (VA-25-00029953)
ID: 36C24825Q0395Type: Solicitation
AwardedApr 1, 2025
$282.2K$282,200
AwardeeCEPHEID SUNNYVALE 94089
Award #:36C24825P1029
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/22c64df62f4a45c489144bdf632efa2b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors to provide PCR testing services and related laboratory supplies for the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center under procurement reference number 36C24825Q0395. The contract includes a six-month base period with options for four additional years, focusing on a lease or reagent rental agreement for essential diagnostic tests, including those for Clostridium difficile, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, COVID-19, influenza, and Chlamydia/Neisseria gonorrhoeae. This procurement is crucial for enhancing healthcare services for veterans, ensuring timely and accurate testing while adhering to stringent quality and data security standards. Interested vendors must submit their offers electronically by March 26, 2025, and can contact Contract Specialist David G. Henry at David.Henry3@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    David G HenryContract Specialist
    David.Henry3@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    36C24825Q0395_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a presolicitation notice for the procurement of Micro Molecular Testing supplies for the West Palm Beach VA Hospital (Solicitation No. 36C24825Q0395). The deadline for submissions is March 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. The solicitation includes various laboratory items and equipment, such as testing kits and leasing of laboratory instruments. Vendors must be Authorized Distributors and provide proof of their status. The notice emphasizes that quotations should be sent via email and must be concise, focusing on the specific requirements mentioned. Additionally, it is the vendor's responsibility to stay updated on potential changes to the solicitation through the Beta-Sam website. The urgency for delivery is set at 10 days post-award. This presolicitation reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing its laboratory capabilities to serve veterans effectively.
    36C24825Q0395.docx
    This document outlines a solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for laboratory supplies and services under procurement reference number 36C24825Q0395. It covers the requirements for submitting offers, including key details such as the offer due date of March 12, 2025, and the scope of requested items like diagnostic kits and laboratory equipment, with specific quantities and unit prices detailed for each item. The contract is designated as unrestricted, promoting participation from various small business categories, including HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned businesses. The contract terms adhere to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), ensuring compliance with regulations related to government contracting. The document emphasizes electronic submission of invoices and outlines specific delivery and acceptance protocols. The overall aim is to procure essential medical testing supplies while ensuring quality standards and facilitating participation from a diverse range of suppliers, reflecting the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare services for veterans.
    36C24825Q0395 0001.docx
    The file details an amendment related to a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for PCR testing services at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center. The amendment extends the deadline for offer submissions to March 26, 2025, and outlines a revised Statement of Work (SOW) focusing on the need for a lease or reagent rental agreement for equipment and consumables necessary for various diagnostic tests, including those for Clostridium difficile, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, COVID-19, influenza, and Chlamydia/Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The procurement involves a six-month base contract with options for four additional years. Vendors must adhere to stringent quality standards, provide comprehensive maintenance and training, and ensure compliance with federal laws on data security. The document emphasizes vendor responsibilities for equipment setup, timely delivery of supplies, and maintaining rigorous performance and safety standards throughout the contract duration. Overall, it reflects the VA's commitment to efficient service delivery and compliance with regulatory requirements in healthcare contracting.
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