J065--Cepheid Lab Analyzers Service in support of the VISN 23 VAHC System.
ID: 36C26326Q0229Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2ff1506fc4ee40cb833bd6e426e8aa39/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, intends to award a sole source contract for the service of Cepheid Lab Analyzers (GenXpert systems) within the VISN 23 VA Healthcare System. This procurement is necessary as Cepheid is the only authorized provider capable of servicing these proprietary systems, which are critical for various analytical laboratory functions. Interested parties may submit capability statements to demonstrate their qualifications by January 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time, although the government is under no obligation to acknowledge submissions or provide feedback. For inquiries, contact Marie Weathers, Contracting Officer, at marie.weathers@va.gov or by phone at 605-347-2511.

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    Marie WeathersContracting Officer
    (605) 347-2511
    marie.weathers@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, issued a presolicitation notice for a sole source contract to Cepheid. This contract is for the service of proprietary Cepheid Lab Analyzers (GenXpert systems) within the VISN 23 VA Healthcare System, as Cepheid is the only authorized provider. The NAICS code for this procurement is 334516, and the PSC is J065. The place of performance is Eagan, MN. This notice is not a request for quotations; however, responsible sources may submit capability statements to Marie Weathers at marie.weathers@va.gov by January 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time. The government will consider these statements to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible, but it is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt or provide feedback. A solicitation will not be issued, and the decision to compete is at the government's discretion.
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