Q301--Breast Cancer Test (VA-25-00017889)
ID: 36C25625Q0093Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

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Medical Laboratories (621511)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 16, is seeking information from potential vendors regarding the provision of breast cancer testing services under the project titled "Breast Cancer Test (VA-25-00017889)." The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify sources that can ensure the safe handling of patient samples and accurate reporting of results, adhering to established guidelines and regulations, including those from the College of American Pathologists and HIPAA. This procurement is crucial for maintaining high standards in medical laboratory testing, particularly for veterans requiring breast cancer diagnostics. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 1:00 PM CST on October 30, 2024, to Oney Kelly at Oney.Kelly@va.gov, and are encouraged to provide market pricing estimates along with their qualifications.

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    Oney.kelly@va.govOney Kelly
    (713) 791-1414
    Oney.Kelly@va.gov
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