6630--36C249-24-AP-1842 - Urinalysis Contract Nash
ID: 36C24924Q0431Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

CHEMICAL ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS (6630)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for a Urinalysis Contract under solicitation number 36C249-24-AP-1842, aimed at providing analytical laboratory instruments and services. The procurement includes maintenance and repair services for chemistry analyzers, with specific requirements for backup instrumentation and field service support, which will be available on an 8x5 schedule with 24/7 technical phone assistance. This contract is crucial for ensuring the operational efficiency of laboratory services within the VA facilities. Interested vendors should note that the deadline for quote submissions has been extended to September 17, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Jeannette Morphew at Jeannette.Morphew@va.gov.

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    Jeannette MorphewContract Specialist
    Jeannette.Morphew@va.gov
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    The presolicitation notice outlines a request for proposal (RFP) for a five-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract focused on urinalysis services, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs' Network Contracting Office 9. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C249-24-Q-0431, is set to receive responses by September 13, 2024, at 2 PM Central Time. The service is designated under the product service code 6630 and falls within the NAICS code 334516. The performance location is specified within the solicitation, with contract management facilitated by Contracting Officer Jeannette Morphew, whose contact details are provided. The document also indicates that the file will be archived 99 days post-response date, highlighting standard practices in federal contracting for services aimed at supporting veterans. The presolicitation indicates the government's proactive approach to meet the healthcare needs of veterans through structured contracting processes.
    The document is an amendment issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) concerning solicitation 36C24924Q0431. The purpose of this amendment is to extend the deadline for quote submissions to September 17, 2024, and to address questions from bidders regarding the request. Key clarifications include that submissions of multiple options are acceptable, but separate CPR rates for three locations are not necessary. Backup instrumentation is required only for chemistry analyzers, and field service support is confirmed to follow an 8x5 schedule with 24/7 technical phone availability. The amendment outlines coverage details for maintenance and repair services, emphasizing routine support and the provision of necessary testing materials by the contractor. It addresses bidders' inquiries about service configurations and site equipment needs while maintaining a focus on operational requirements and constraints specific to the VA's involved facilities. Overall, the document ensures transparency in the bidding process and facilitates compliance with solicitation terms by providing essential clarifications to potential vendors.
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