Notice of Intent - KHC - XN2000 Automated Hematology Analyzer
ID: IHS1502661Type: Special Notice
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service's Navajo Area Indian Health Service, intends to negotiate a non-competitive firm-fixed-price contract for the procurement of an XN-2000 Automated Hematology Analyzer from Sysmex America, Inc. This analyzer is essential for conducting complete blood count (CBC) tests using fluorescent flow cytometry and will facilitate the analysis of various hematological parameters, including WBC, RBC, HGB, and PLT, among others. The XN-2000 is designed for high throughput, capable of processing 55-60 samples per hour, and includes features such as barcode reading and adaptability for microtainer samples from neonates, underscoring its importance in providing quality patient care. Interested parties other than Sysmex America, Inc. may submit capability statements to Jerlyn Begay at jerlyn.begay@ihs.gov by 1:00 PM EST on November 14, 2024, although the government is not obligated to respond to submissions or provide feedback.

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