Q301--Non GYN Cytopathology Assessment (VA-25-00002399)
ID: 36C10G25Q0002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFSTRATEGIC ACQUISITION CENTER FREDERICKSBURG (36C10G)FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22408, USA

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Medical Laboratories (621511)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fd6cda8e00334ae18fbd4e0d510343f3/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) for Non-GYN Cytopathology Assessment services. The procurement aims to enhance proficiency testing capabilities for VA laboratories by providing electronic access to assessment portals, live technical support, individualized participant tracking, and timely electronic reporting, all in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines. This contract is crucial for ensuring that VA laboratories meet regulatory standards and improve their cytopathology assessment processes. Interested parties may submit capability statements to the Contracting Officer, Kristal Hall, at kristal.hall@va.gov by 12:00 PM ET on November 29, 2024, although the contract will be awarded on a firm fixed price basis without a competitive bidding process.

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    Kristal HallContracting Officer
    (240) 917-9690
    kristal.hall@va.gov
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    The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to award a sole source contract to the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) for Non-GYN Cytopathology Assessment. This presolicitation notice outlines the procurement process and the contractor’s responsibilities, adhering to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines. Key tasks for the contractor include providing electronic access to assessment portals, live technical support, individualized participant tracking, and timely electronic reporting. Additionally, the contractor must supply assessment products annually, ensuring participants receive comprehensive feedback and Continuing Medical Education credits for successful performance. The contract will have a firm fixed price, and while this notice does not invite competitive quotes, interested parties may submit capability statements. The final decision on not competing this contract will be made by the Government, with justification available post-award. The overall aim is to enhance the proficiency testing capabilities for VA laboratories in alignment with regulatory standards.
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