6640--BD MAX REAGENTS STL
ID: 36C25524Q0606 Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c103dd5e10d44e5a97ebf6ead347b5dd/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for BD Max Reagents to support molecular testing at the St. Louis Medical Center. This procurement aims to establish a firm-fixed-price estimated requirements contract for supplies used in nucleic acid testing on the BD MAX instrument, with a focus on ensuring a consistently stocked inventory and quick delivery in emergencies. The contract is designated as a 100% small business set-aside and includes a base year with four optional one-year extensions, contingent on satisfactory contractor performance. Interested vendors should note that the deadline for submitting quotes has been extended to April 21, 2025, and can reach Contract Specialist Michael P. Murphy at michael.murphy7@va.gov or by phone at 913-946-1963 for further inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael P. MurphyContract Specialist
    (913) 946-1963
    michael.murphy7@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    36C25524Q0606 0001.pdf
    The document outlines a modification to a procurement solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs for molecular testing supplies at the St. Louis Medical Center. The modification extends the request for quotes (RFQ) submission deadline to April 21, 2025, and revises the Statement of Work along with the schedule. This contract is designated as a 100% small business set-aside and aims to establish a firm-fixed-price estimated requirements contract for supplies used in nucleic acid testing on the BD MAX instrument. The BPA includes a base year with four optional one-year extensions, subject to satisfactory contractor performance. Key requirements include ensuring a consistently stocked inventory of reagents, quick delivery in emergencies, and provisions for acceptable return policies. Furthermore, participating medical centers authorized to place orders against this BPA include the VA Medical Center in St. Louis. The procurement focuses on acquiring reliable, high-quality reagents that maintain adherence to federal supply regulations and meet the operational needs of the medical facility.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    6640--BD MAX REAGENTS STL
    Currently viewing
    Solicitation
    Similar Opportunities
    Distribution of CPRR Immunoassays for BioRad BioPlex Lab Tests.
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    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.
    6550--HEMOCHRON SIGNATURE ELITE REAGENTS BASE PLUS 4 OPTION YEARS
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for the procurement of Hemochron Signature Elite Reagents, with a contract term of one base year and four option years, to support the Southern Arizona Healthcare System in Tucson, Arizona. The procurement includes a variety of specialized medical testing supplies essential for blood coagulation testing, with specific brand-name products required, as detailed in the attached documents. Timely delivery and compliance with FDA standards are critical, as these reagents will be used for patient testing in a healthcare setting. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by December 9, 2025, at 12 PM Pacific Time, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Rebecca Gaba at Rebecca.Gaba@va.gov.
    6640--Request For Information (RFI)-Molecular Diagnostic Testing for Fort Harrison VA Medical Center (Fort Harrison, MT) and Benjamin Steele VA Clinic (Billings, MT)
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contracting Office 19, is seeking information from vendors capable of providing Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Molecular Diagnostic Cost Per Test (CPT) services for the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center and Benjamin Steele VA Clinic in Montana. The procurement requires vendors to supply two analyzers that can perform specific molecular diagnostic tests, including respiratory pathogen panels and blood culture identification, while ensuring minimal hands-on time for medical technologists. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of molecular virology results in veteran healthcare. Interested parties must submit their capability statements, including business size status, to Contract Specialist Ernest Appiah via email by January 5, 2026, at 9 AM Mountain Time.
    6640--FY26| Thyroid Cancer Molecular Test| Orlando VA & San Juan New Requirement
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure Thyroid Cancer Molecular Tests for the Orlando VA Healthcare System and Caribbean VA Healthcare System through a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract. This procurement is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) set-aside, with the NAICS code 621511 and a small business size standard of $41.5 million. The solicitation is expected to be posted on sam.gov around December 15, 2025, with a response deadline of December 29, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Interested offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award, and for further inquiries, they can contact Yolanda Glover at yolanda.glover@va.gov or by phone at 352-381-5712.
    Q301--Biodesix, Inc. (621 II) (PENDING PROPOSAL)
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for reference laboratory services under the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program, specifically for medical laboratory testing related to the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases. The procurement aims to establish contracts for domestic delivery of medical laboratory services, ensuring compliance with all relevant state, federal, and local regulations, including necessary licenses and permits for testing services. This opportunity is critical for enhancing patient care through accurate diagnostic testing, with the expectation that offerors will provide new items only, adhering to FDA regulatory requirements. Interested vendors can contact the FSS Help Desk at Fss.Help@va.gov or call 708-786-7737 for further details, as the solicitation is currently pending and specific deadlines for proposal submissions will be outlined in the official solicitation documents.
    Q301 Reference Laboratory Testing for VA Portland Health Care System
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide Referral Laboratory services for histocompatibility and immunogenetics testing to support the VA Portland Health Care System's transplant program. The selected laboratory must be accredited by the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) and capable of performing a range of specialized tests, including HLA typing and antibody screening, while adhering to strict regulatory standards and providing 24/7 critical testing services. This contract, which spans from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031, is crucial as the VA Portland Health Care System currently lacks the capability to perform these tests in-house. Interested parties must submit their responses by December 26, 2025, to Eric Lingenfelter at eric.lingenfelter@va.gov, with no funding amount specified at this stage.
    Q301--RNA Extraction and Sequencing - DURHAM VA
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract with Duke University for RNA extraction and sequencing services. This procurement supports the VA's ongoing research on COVID-19 epidemiology, immunology, and clinical characteristics, which involves processing 800 whole blood RNA sequencing samples and performing 1600 RNA extractions. The total contract value is $251,672.80, with a performance period running from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. Interested parties can reach out to Contracting Officer Ann Marie Stewart at annmarie.stewart@va.gov or by phone at 401-919-0878 for further details.
    EMERGENT REFERENCE LAB TESTING
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide emergent reference laboratory testing services for the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, South Carolina. The procurement aims to secure laboratory testing for urgent/emergent patient specimens that cannot be performed in-house, including tests such as Mycobacteria Stains, Microbiology Specimens, and Therapeutic Drugs, with a required turnaround time of 24 hours or less for STAT testing. This service is critical for ensuring timely patient care and addressing urgent medical needs. Interested vendors must possess a current CMS CLIA Certificate for High Complexity Testing and a Laboratory Accrediting Agency Certificate, with responses due by November 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Monica Reed at monica.reed@va.gov or by phone at 334-450-5679.
    Q301--NEW - NTX Combined Reference Lab Testing (Anatomic, Surgical, Genetic) IDIQ
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the NTX Combined Reference Lab Testing (Anatomic, Surgical, Genetic) IDIQ, aimed at providing laboratory testing services for the VA North Texas Healthcare System in Dallas, Texas. The contract will cover a range of services including tissue biopsies, surgical pathology, flow cytometry, and genetic analyses, with a performance period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031, and four option years. This procurement is crucial for ensuring timely and accurate medical testing for veterans, with specific requirements including CLIA accreditation, HIPAA compliance, and secure electronic reporting. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by December 15, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Delphia Schoenfeld at delphia.schoenfeld@va.gov.
    6640--Aerospray Hematology Pro Slide Stainer / Cytocentrifuge
    Veterans Affairs, Department Of
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 16, is seeking proposals from small businesses for the procurement of an Aerospray Hematology Pro Slide Stainer/Cytocentrifuge. This equipment is intended to serve as a backup unit and must meet specific technical specifications, including multipurpose staining capabilities and a high processing rate of slides per hour. The successful offeror will be selected based on the lowest price technically acceptable offer, with key deadlines for questions set for December 10, 2025, and for quotes on December 17, 2025. Interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Angela M. Kennedy at angela.kennedy2@va.gov for further details.