Q301--Renal Biopsy Testing
ID: 36C25725Q0119Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Medical Laboratories (621511)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for renal biopsy testing services under solicitation number 36C25725Q0119, aimed at enhancing healthcare services for veterans. The procurement requires medical laboratories to provide timely results within a 24-48 hour turnaround, ensuring critical analysis for patient care at the South Texas Veterans Health Care System in San Antonio, Texas. This unrestricted contract, valued at $41.5 million, spans multiple ordering periods from January 2025 to December 2029, emphasizing compliance with federal regulations and the importance of maintaining specimen integrity. Interested vendors must submit their proposals via email to Senior Contract Specialist Jose Campa by December 3, 2024, at 9 AM Central Time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jose CampaSenior Contract Specialist
    (210) 694-6311
    Jose.Campa@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for renal biopsy testing services under solicitation number 36C25725Q0119. This request for quotation (RFQ) is open and unrestricted, targeting medical laboratories with a NAICS code of 621511, capped at a $41.5 million contracting ceiling. The service is required to provide results within a 24–48 hour turnaround time and will be performed at the South Texas Veterans Health Care System in San Antonio, Texas. Interested vendors must submit their proposals via email to senior contract specialist Jose Campa by December 3, 2024, at 9 AM Central Time. The acquisition will adhere to various federal provisions and clauses relevant to commercial products and services, and late submissions may be acceptable if they benefit the government. The announcement contains instructions for offerors and outlines the documentation required for the proposal.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Renal Biopsy Testing services needed by the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS). The contract, valued at $41.5 million, is for the procurement of laboratory testing services to ensure timely renal biopsy analysis critical for patient care, emphasizing the need for rapid processing and communication of results within 24-48 hours. The acquisition is unrestricted, but it highlights compliance with small business participation guidelines. The contract spans multiple ordering periods from January 2025 to December 2029, and the contractor must maintain accreditation and provide all necessary personnel and equipment for efficient laboratory operations. Key performance metrics include monthly utilization reports and invoicing protocols, ensuring transparency and accountability in service delivery. The document emphasizes the significance of maintaining the integrity of laboratory specimens and adherence to federal regulations concerning information protection and patient health data. Overall, this RFP reflects the VA’s commitment to enhancing healthcare services for veterans through reliable and rapid laboratory testing capabilities.
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