Distribution of CPRR Immunoassays for BioRad BioPlex Lab Tests.
ID: 36C26026Q0167Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98661, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3719f7c9a2a0424ba64b937a029b953c/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor to provide the distribution of BioRad BioPlex laboratory reagents for the Seattle VA Medical Center. The procurement aims to establish a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for automated immunoassay instrumentation capable of performing a variety of diagnostic tests, including those for autoimmune diseases and infectious agents. These reagents and instruments are critical for enhancing laboratory capabilities in diagnosing and managing patient care within the VA system. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by December 19, 2025, at 17:00 Pacific Time, and can direct inquiries to Hector Gonzalez at hector.gonzalez1@va.gov or by phone at 360-553-7632.

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    Hector Gonzalez
    (360) 553-7632
    hector.gonzalez1@va.gov
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    36C26026Q0167_1.docx
    This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 36C26026Q0167) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The purpose is to procure BioRad BioPlex reagents and consumables for laboratory tests at the Seattle VA Medical Center. The contract is 100% set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 325413. The solicitation details the scope of work, including requirements for automated immunoassay instrumentation capable of performing a wide range of tests, system specifications, installation and validation procedures, technical support, maintenance, and staff training. The evaluation will prioritize technical compliance with the Statement of Work over price. Quotes are due by December 19, 2025, 17:00 Pacific Time.
    Attachment A Tests List BioRad BioPlex 36C26026Q0167.xlsx
    The document lists products and their corresponding product numbers, likely for a government Request for Proposal (RFP) or a grant application. It details various medical testing kits, reagents, calibrator sets, and controls. The products are categorized into several key areas, including ANA Screen, EBV IgG, EBV IgM, ToRC IgG, VASCULITIS (ANCA), APLS IgG, APLS IgM, APLS IgA, CELIAC IgG, CELIAC IgA, MMRV IgG, ANTI-CCP, HSV-1 & HSV-2 IgG, and HIV Ag-Ab. Additionally, it mentions specific components like CMV IgM, Rubella (Qualitative) IgM, Toxoplasma gondii IgM, and Syphilis Total. The latter part of the document indicates an estimated annual amount and pricing structure for these items over five years, including 'Year 1 Price Per Item,' 'Year 1 Total,' 'Year 2 Price Per Item,' and so on, culminating in a 'Total for the 5 Years.' This suggests a procurement request for laboratory supplies and diagnostic kits.
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    Distribution of CPRR Immunoassays for BioRad BioPlex Lab Tests.
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