Whole Blood Collection Bags
ID: W81K0225Q9999Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M MRCO PACIFICFORT SHAFTER, HI, 96858-5098, USA

NAICS

Blood and Organ Banks (621991)

PSC

BLOOD (6506)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6d7ce48c6b9a4f57b00c2f23230011d5/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking sources for the procurement of whole blood collection bags and related consumables for the Armed Services Blood Bank Center-Pacific Northwest (ASBBC-PNW) at Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. The procurement aims to ensure the delivery of FDA-approved blood collection bags that meet stringent standards, including features such as leukoreduction filters and adapters for specimen collection, while also providing necessary training for staff on proper usage. This initiative is critical for maintaining the quality of blood products supplied to military treatment facilities and supporting overseas contingency operations. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and qualifications via email to Matthew Kohler and George Rutt, with responses due by the specified deadline, although no solicitation or contract award is guaranteed at this stage.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Matthew Kohler
    matthew.e.kohler2.civ@health.mil
    George Rutt
    george.r.rutt.civ@health.mil
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    Salient Characteristics_Whole Blood Collection Bags.pdf
    The purpose of this document is to outline the requirements for a contractor to supply whole blood collection bags and related consumables for the Armed Services Blood Bank Center-Pacific Northwest at Madigan Army Medical Center in JBLM, WA. The contractor must adhere to rigorous standards established by professional organizations, the FDA, and military regulations. Key specifications include a primary container capacity of 500mL, the use of CPDA-1 as an anticoagulant, and an in-line leukoreduction filter that meets AABB and FDA guidelines for residual white blood cells. Additionally, the collection bags must feature at least two satellite containers for the sterile separation of blood components and provide adapters for collecting test specimens. All products need FDA 510k clearance and must be compatible with existing equipment at the facility. Overall, this document serves as a formal request for proposals, emphasizing quality, compliance, and operational integration for critical healthcare supplies within the military medical system.
    SOW_Whole Blood Collection Bags.pdf
    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for supplying whole blood collection bags and consumables to the Armed Services Blood Bank Center-Pacific Northwest (ASBBC-PNW) at Madigan Army Medical Center in JBLM, WA. The contractor is responsible for delivering these materials in accordance with FDA, AABB, and Department of Defense standards, ensuring the quality of blood products provided to beneficiaries. Key tasks include providing FDA-approved whole blood collection bags with specific features like leukoreduction filters, adapters for collecting test specimens, and training for staff on proper usage. Deliveries will occur monthly during specified hours, with provisions for additional unscheduled deliveries if necessary. The document also emphasizes the requirement for the contractor to maintain proper records and provide ongoing training at no extra cost. Overall, this document serves as a formal request for proposals outlining the expectations and requirements for contractors in relation to blood collection services, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining quality healthcare delivery for military beneficiaries.
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