StatStrip (Glucometer) Device
ID: PANHCA-24-P-0000006136Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M USA HCAJBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-4504, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cb2ae0c6e6274870bedb932bdd935847/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking suppliers for StatStrip glucometer devices and associated supplies for the Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in San Antonio, Texas. The procurement includes a total of 140 StatStrip devices (130 existing and 10 new), along with warranties, glucose test strips, and technical support, aimed at enhancing point-of-care glucose testing for critically ill patients. This initiative is crucial as StatStrip is the only FDA-cleared and CLIA-waived device suitable for such environments, ensuring reliable patient care. Interested businesses, particularly small and diverse companies, are encouraged to demonstrate their capabilities and submit responses by the specified deadlines to Colleen Rye at colleen.m.rye.civ@health.mil or Salameya Paulouskaya at salameya.paulouskaya2.civ@health.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Colleen Rye
    colleen.m.rye.civ@health.mil
    Salameya Paulouskaya
    (210) 539-8656
    (210) 221-3446
    salameya.paulouskaya2.civ@health.mil
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    Salient Characteristics1.pdf
    The Brooke Army Medical Center's Department of Pathology and Area Laboratory Services has outlined a procurement plan for StatStrip glucometer devices and related supplies. The contract will cover a total of 140 StatStrip devices (130 existing and 10 new) with warranties extending throughout the contract's duration. Delivery includes 56 cases of glucose test strips (1,800 strips per case) every three months, along with on-demand orders for StatStrip Control Solutions and Linearity Kits. The meters are FDA and CLIA cleared for all patients, including critically ill individuals. Technical support is available 24/7 to assist with troubleshooting. The contract's timeline spans five years, with the base year starting on January 1, 2025, and option years extending through December 31, 2029. Deliveries will be made to BAMC in San Antonio, Texas, overseen by the government point of contact, who will ensure compliance and address any issues with the vendor.
    Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) at Joint Base San Antonio is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather information from businesses interested in providing StatStrip glucometer devices and associated supplies from Nova Biomedical Corporation. This initiative addresses the urgent need for point of care glucose testing, especially for critically ill patients, as StatStrip is the only FDA-cleared and CLIA-waived device suitable for such environments. Currently, BAMC has 130 StatStrip devices in use, with expired warranties and ongoing ad-hoc procurement of consumables. The proposed contract includes the supply of new devices, warranties, and consumables over a base year plus four additional years, aiming to streamline operations. Interested businesses, particularly small and diverse companies, are encouraged to demonstrate their capabilities, qualifications, and interest in potentially being a supplier for this contract. They are instructed to outline their business size status and submit responses by specified deadlines. It is noted that this notice does not represent a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract, and responses provided will not be reimbursed or returned. The initiative underscores the government’s commitment to specialized medical equipment procurement essential for healthcare provision at BAMC.
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