Q301--Dialysis Sample Testing
ID: 36C24225Q0412Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

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https://sam.gov/opp/233db4193f9448c287fe5b4c4f90a76b/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for dialysis water and dialysate testing services at the VA New Jersey Healthcare System. The contract, valued at a maximum of $150,000 with a minimum of $5,000, requires adherence to AAMI standards, provision of necessary sampling equipment, and prompt delivery of test results, all while ensuring the integrity of samples during shipping. This testing is critical for maintaining the safety and reliability of dialysis water systems, which are essential for patient care. Interested vendors should contact Contracting Officer Natalie Acevedo at natalie.acevedo@va.gov, with the performance period set from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, including a base year and four optional extension years.

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    Natalie AcevedoContracting Officer
    natalie.acevedo@va.gov
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    36C24225Q0412_1.docx
    The document outlines a solicitation for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract by the Department of Veterans Affairs for dialysis water and dialysate testing services at the VA New Jersey Healthcare System. The contract is valued at a maximum of $150,000, with a minimum of $5,000. It sets the performance period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, including a base year and four optional extension years. Key objectives include adhering to AAMI standards in testing, providing necessary sampling equipment, maintaining sample integrity during shipping, and delivering test results promptly. The contract emphasizes the importance of certified technicians and detailed protocols for testing and retesting. It also requires adherence to various Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses, including those related to equal opportunity and subcontracting. The document aims to ensure thorough oversight and compliance in delivering essential healthcare testing services within VA guidelines, emphasizing the integrity and reliability of dialysis water systems for patient safety.
    36C24225Q0412.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is preparing to solicit quotes for Dialysis Sample Testing under Solicitation Number 36C24225Q0412, targeted for release around March 10, 2025. This procurement is managed by the Veterans Health Administration's Network Contracting Office (NCO 2) in Bronx, New York, and is set aside for small businesses under NAICS Code 541380, with a size standard of $19 million. Interested contractors must download the solicitation from the SAM website, as no hard copies will be distributed. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for quote submission. Questions should be directed to Contracting Officer Natalie Acevedo via email. The primary focus of this presolicitation notice is to outline the forthcoming procurement process for dialysis testing services, promoting small business participation in government contracting while emphasizing compliance with federal regulations.
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