Q301--Notice of Intent to Sole Source - FHCC 6-MO Bridge Reference Laboratory Testing
ID: 36C25225R0052Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Medical Laboratories (621511)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0c119621d503430bbfd6ab81492fd5d5/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to negotiate a six-month sole source contract with Quest Diagnostics for Reference Laboratory Testing Services at the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center. This contract aims to ensure stability in laboratory services while preparing for a competitive long-term solicitation, requiring the contractor to provide specimen preparation, transportation, analytical testing, and timely reporting of results, with a turnaround time of 24 hours for most tests. Compliance with regulations such as CLIA and HIPAA, along with necessary certifications and quality assurance measures, is essential for the contractor. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications by March 7, 2025, for a contract performance period from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Donald St. Onge at donald.st.onge@va.gov or call 414-844-4828.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Donald St. OngeContract Specialist
    (414) 844-4828
    donald.st.onge@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs Great Lakes Acquisition Center intends to negotiate a six-month sole source contract with Quest Diagnostics for Reference Laboratory Testing Services at the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center. This contract aims to provide stability while preparing a competitive long-term solicitation. The contractor will offer specimen preparation, transportation, analytical testing, and reporting of results, with requirements including a turnaround time of 24 hours for most tests and specific service details outlined in a Performance Work Statement. Responses to the special notice must demonstrate compliance with specified requirements and prove that the vendor's pricing catalog is integrated into the relevant system at FHCC. The contractor must maintain necessary certifications, address quality assurance, and ensure compliance with regulations, including CLIA and HIPAA. The performance period for the contract is set from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025, and the pricing structure is fixed. Submissions for qualification must be provided by March 7, 2025. This notice serves as a formal intent and is not a competitive proposal request, emphasizing the need for timely responses to ensure continuity in lab services.
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