Automated Blood Culture System
ID: W91YTZ25QA022Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M MRCO EASTFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5580, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/8c6533b5121749ad8bdae49dbb155197/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified businesses to fulfill a requirement for two FDA-approved Automated Blood Gas Analyzers and associated reagents, as part of a sources sought notice. The procurement includes the Rapidpoint 500e Analyzers, which are essential for conducting a range of critical tests including pH, pCO2, pO2, and various co-oximeter fractions, thereby supporting medical readiness and patient care. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their organizational details, including ownership type and contact information, by January 10, 2025, to determine the procurement's competitive landscape, with the solicitation number W91YTZ25QA022. For further inquiries, potential respondents may contact Johnnie Huffin at johnnie.huffin.civ@health.mil or Kiah M. Washington at kiah.m.washington.civ@health.mil.

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    B.01 Sources Sought Rapidpoint 500e Analyzer Reagents.pdf
    The Medical Readiness Contracting Office - East issued a sources sought synopsis to identify qualified businesses capable of fulfilling a requirement for leasing Automated Blood Culture Systems. Specifically, the procurement entails two Rapidpoint 500e Analyzers and associated laboratory reagents, with an expected ordering period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028. Businesses interested in responding should provide their organizational details, including ownership type and contact information, given the NAICS code 325413 and a size standard of 1,250 employees. The solicitation number for this requirement is W91YTZ25QA022. Responses will determine whether the procurement will be open to all businesses or set aside for small businesses. Interested parties must submit their information by January 10, 2025, by email, as inquiries via phone will not be accepted. This notice indicates a strategic approach in the procurement process, emphasizing market research and inviting submissions to gauge interest among potential suppliers.
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