6550--VISN 15- (POC) Creatinine -eGFR Testing (VA-25-00017406)
ID: 36C25525Q0262Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

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In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

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IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking responses from qualified vendors to establish an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement for Point of Care testing for Creatinine with Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) capabilities, specifically for VISN 15 medical facilities. The procurement aims to secure reagents, analyzer services, training, and data management support, ensuring compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act regulations and maintaining high accuracy in testing. This initiative is crucial for providing timely and effective healthcare services to veterans, with a focus on supporting service-disabled and veteran-owned small businesses. Interested parties must submit their responses by August 5, 2025, to Contracting Officer Michael P. Murphy at michael.murphy7@va.gov, referencing solicitation number 36C25525Q0262.

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    Michael P. MurphyContracting Officer
    (913) 946-1963
    michael.murphy7@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) aims to establish an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement for Point of Care Creatinine testing with Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) capabilities. The solicitation, numbered 36C25525Q0262, seeks responses to help acquire necessary services and products for VISN 15 medical facilities. Interested vendors, particularly small businesses, are requested to provide detailed company information, capabilities, and support for Point of Care testing reagents and analyzers. The contract will cover the supply of reagents, analyzer service, training, and data management support, with a focus on high accuracy that meets Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act regulations. Key contract specifics include a base year and four optional extensions, pricing based on a Cost Per Reportable Result model, and procurement flexibility for potential future technologies. Critical operational requirements involve ensuring the equipment's performance capabilities and the delivery of consumables without interruption. Vendors must be capable of rapid supply delivery in emergencies, with a commitment to uphold quality standards. This notice is part of a broader market research initiative, not a formal solicitation, aiming to support the VA's procurement needs while prioritizing service-disabled and veteran-owned small businesses. Responses are due by August 5, 2025, with a focus on maintaining high levels of care for veteran patients.
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