J065--Abbott VP2000 Slide Stainer Preventative Maintenance Inspection, Corrective Maintenance and Repair Services (including software support) at the Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System
ID: 36C26226Q0231Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e248d08c413b43d497a11f96fac4deec/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 22, is seeking quotes for preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and repair services, including software support, for a government-owned Abbott VP2000 Slide Stainer at the Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price agreement for a base year with two option years, requiring the contractor to ensure the equipment remains in optimal working condition in accordance with manufacturer instructions and Joint Commission standards. This equipment is vital for preparing samples for molecular diagnostic analyzers, thus ensuring accurate and efficient diagnostics. Interested parties must submit their quotes by January 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Loan Dho at loan.dho@va.gov.

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    Loan DhoContract Specialist
    loan.dho@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 22, has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 36C26226Q0231) for preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and repair services, including software support, for a government-owned Abbott VP2000 Slide Stainer at the Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System. This is a firm fixed-price, unrestricted contract for a base year plus two option years. The solicitation seeks quotes for all necessary labor, materials, parts, software, and expenses to maintain the equipment in optimal working condition, adhering to manufacturer instructions and Joint Commission standards. Offers are due by January 14, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Time, and will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with technical and past performance being significantly more important than price. Emergency repairs will be priced at $0.00 and require separate authorization.
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