The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) in Tampa, FL, issued Amendment/Modification Number 0001 to Solicitation Number 36C24826Q0043 on November 6, 2025. This amendment formally cancels the Request for Quotation (RFQ) in its entirety, stating that no award will be made. The document advises all offerors/bidders to continue monitoring sam.gov for future opportunities. This action, marked by an 'X' in the 'Modification of Contract/Order' box and a detailed description in Item 14, effectively closes the solicitation without proceeding to contract award.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive automated osmometer system, including two specific models (OsmoPRO® MAX and Osmo1®), along with associated reagents, consumables, installation, training, and maintenance services. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C24826Q0043, covers a base period from December 15, 2025, to December 14, 2026, with four one-year option periods extending through December 2030. Key requirements include seamless integration with the VA's Lab Information System (Vista) or middleware, adherence to strict performance and accuracy specifications for the osmometers, and comprehensive contractor responsibilities for supply chain management, emergency deliveries, and on-site technical support with defined response times. The contractor must also provide extensive training, ensure all equipment is new and meets FDA and industry standards, and comply with federal records management obligations. The solicitation emphasizes the need for a “turn-key” system that minimizes downtime and ensures the quality of reagents and services for the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa, FL.
This Presolicitation Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announces the intent to issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) for two fully automated Osmometer Systems for the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa, FL. The requirement includes the OsmoPRO® MAX Automated Osmometer and the Osmo1® Single-Sample Micro-Osmometer, along with all necessary reagents, consumables, training, installation, and ongoing maintenance. The contractor will be responsible for providing all supplies, ensuring equipment interfaces with existing lab systems, and adhering to strict performance, accuracy, and precision specifications. Key requirements include comprehensive validation studies, 24/7 technical support with rapid response times, and compliance with FDA and industry standards. This notice emphasizes that it is not an RFQ and vendors should await the official posting on Sam.gov around October 28, 2025.