J065--VISN 6 Biofire Service and Warranty
ID: 36C24625Q0106Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/a7b9c757837f4f14b9464a9e51902125/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to bioMérieux, Inc. for comprehensive technical support and maintenance of the BioFire Multiplex testing platform across six VISN 6 facilities, including various Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs). This procurement aims to ensure the effective operation of the BioFire system, which is a fully automated multiplex PCR technology capable of rapidly detecting multiple targets from a single sample in approximately one hour, while maintaining compatibility with VA-owned instruments. The government is open to expressions of interest from other contractors within three days of this notice, although no competitive quotations will be solicited, as the contract will be awarded under FAR 6.302-1. Interested parties should direct their inquiries and expressions of interest to the contracting officer, Harold McQuillia, via email at harold.mcquillia@va.gov.

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    harold mcquilliaContracting Officer
    (757) 315-3430
    harold.mcquillia@va.gov
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    36C24625Q0106_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing its intent to issue a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to bioMérieux, Inc. for comprehensive technical support and maintenance on the BioFire Multiplex testing platform across six VISN 6 facilities, including multiple Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs). The BioFire system is a fully automated multiplex PCR technology that enables rapid detection of multiple targets from a single sample in approximately one hour, ensuring compatibility with VA-owned instruments. This notice indicates there will be no competitive quotations solicited; however, the government is open to expressions of interest within three days of the notice issuance. Interested contractors are encouraged to demonstrate their capability to provide the required services to allow the government to assess alternative solutions. This potential contract action is undertaken in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, which permits sole-source procurement under specific circumstances. All communications and expressions of interest should be directed to the contracting officer, Harold McQuillia, via email.
    36C24625Q0106.docx
    The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs is to identify potential vendors qualified to provide BIOFIRE TORCH BASE WARRANTY for VISN 6 facilities. This notice is strictly for market research and not a request for bids or proposals. Interested parties are asked to submit a capability statement that includes their company name, address, NAICS Code, DUNS number, business size, and relevant socioeconomic classifications. Responses are voluntary, and the government will not compensate for any information submitted. The deadline for submission is October 25, 2024, by 12:00 PM EST, and responses should be directed to the Contracting Officer, Harold McQuillia, via email. This initiative reflects the government's intent to gauge market interest and does not guarantee contract award, underscoring the exploratory nature of the solicitation process within federal procurement.
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