6550--In Vitro Diagnostic Substances, Reagents, Test Kits (VA-25-00074808) In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing
ID: 36C24125Q0503_1Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

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

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cf6d37ea36c241ccb2b9b59fa42a31ec/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to enter into a sole source Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with Hologic Sales and Service, LLC for the procurement of in vitro diagnostic substances, reagents, and test kits essential for histology and cytology. This procurement is driven by the urgent need for specific materials that are exclusively provided by Hologic, the sole proprietary manufacturer and domestic distributor of the ThinPrep® system and its associated products. The selected contractor will be responsible for ensuring high-quality supplies with clear expiration markings and rapid delivery to various VA lab sites across New England, while adhering to strict privacy and compliance regulations. For inquiries, interested parties may contact Contract Officer Cynthia Thompson at cynthia.thompson2@va.gov or (603) 624-4366.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Contract OfficerCynthia Thompson
    (603) 624-4366
    cynthia.thompson2@va.gov
    Fred Revah
    (207) 623-8411
    frederic.revah1@va.gov
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    NOISS Histology-Cytology Reagents.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VISN1) intends to conduct a sole source procurement with Hologic Sales and Service, LLC for essential histology and cytology reagents and supplies tailored to existing equipment. This decision is based on the urgent need for specific materials that only Hologic can provide, as they are the sole distributor for these items. The procurement will not be open for competition, and solicitation will not be posted on Contracting Opportunities SAM.gov. Interested parties may submit capabilities to potentially influence a competitive procurement determination. The Contracting Officer, Cynthia Thompson, is the contact for inquiries related to this procurement. Key specifications include an as-needed ordering of products, guaranteed high quality with clear expiration marking, and rapid response to delivery requests to various VA lab sites across New England. The contractor must adhere to VA privacy and records management regulations, ensuring compliance with the Privacy Act and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information. Additionally, upon any data breach or incident, the contractor must report immediately and may face significant financial responsibilities. This procurement illustrates the VA's commitment to efficient supply chain management for critical medical supplies while ensuring legal and operational compliance.
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