Blood Bank Analyzer and Reagents
ID: FA442723Q0034Type: Justification
AwardedMar 31, 2023
Award #:FA442723C0010
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4427 60 CONS LGCTRAVIS AFB, CA, 94535-2632, USA

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0297069d3d5041e69abd5931598e64ee/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is awarding a sole source contract for a Blood Bank Analyzer and associated reagents to be utilized at the David Grant Medical Center located at Travis Air Force Base, California. This procurement is essential for medical laboratory testing, ensuring the facility has the necessary equipment to support blood bank operations. The contract will be managed by the 60th Contracting Squadron, with the primary contacts being Erika Scofield and Roberto Escobedo, who can be reached via email or phone for further inquiries. Interested parties should note that the justification for this sole source award is attached for review.

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