Master BPA - Tissue Staining Chemical Analyzer and Services
ID: HT001425TissueType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/e1b711be6c704e2baa181e56021cf12d/view
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    The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is conducting a sources sought announcement for the procurement of tissue staining chemical analyzers and associated services, specifically targeting the Walter Reed National Military Medical Clinic in Bethesda, Maryland. The agency seeks to acquire commercial items, including the Bench Mark Ultra, Bench Mark Ultra Plus, and Ventana HE 600 analyzers, along with necessary reagents and operational services to ensure proper functionality. These analyzers play a critical role in laboratory diagnostics, enhancing the capabilities of healthcare providers within the military medical system. Interested parties are encouraged to submit non-proprietary capabilities statements by April 28, 2025, at 09:00 AM EST, with inquiries directed to Claudia Febres Mormontoy at claudia.a.febresmormontoy.ctr@health.mil or Faatalivale Te’o-Lewis at Faatalivale.m.teo-lewis.civ@health.mil.

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    CLAUDIA FEBRES MORMONTOY
    (703) 275-6342
    claudia.a.febresmormontoy.ctr@health.mil
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