6640--Mopec Rhythm Manual Microtome
ID: 36C24525Q0207Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of a Mopec Rhythm Manual Microtome, intended for use at the Beckley, WV VA Medical Center. The microtome must be a manual unit designed specifically for cutting tissue ribbons for microscopic examination, featuring essential specifications such as a manual auto advance, compatibility with both high and low-profile microtome blades, and an antistatic waste tray. This equipment is crucial for ensuring high-quality pathological examinations, reflecting the VA's commitment to providing necessary tools for patient care and research while supporting small businesses through a total small business set-aside. Interested vendors must submit their offers electronically by January 9, 2025, with deliveries expected by February 28, 2025; for inquiries, contact Contracting Officer Theresa Thomas at theresa.thomas7@va.gov or 410-642-2411 x25261.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Theresa ThomasContracting Officer
    410-642-2411 x25261
    theresa.thomas7@va.gov
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    This document outlines the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice for the procurement of a Mopec Rhythm Manual Microtome by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for use at the Beckley, WV VA Medical Center. The solicitation, with reference number 36C24525Q0207, is set to close on January 9, 2025, at 2 PM Eastern Time. The primary requirement is for a manual microtome designed exclusively for tissue ribbon cutting for microscopic examination, emphasizing that the product must be a domestic end product. Essential features outlined include a manual operation with an auto advance feature, compatibility with high or low-profile microtome blades, an antistatic waste tray, and adjustable trim levels. The document stresses that automation or electronic components are undesirable. The notice is categorized under the product service code 6640 and is set-aside for the Small Business Administration (SBA). The procurement exemplifies federal efforts to ensure that medical facilities are equipped with specific, high-quality tools necessary for patient care and research, while fostering opportunities for small businesses within the federal contracting landscape.
    The document outlines a solicitation for the acquisition of a Mopec Rhythm Manual Microtome, specifically detailing the contract parameters issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It includes the contract number, effective date, NAICS codes, and solicitation method. The microtome is essential for cutting tissue ribbons for pathological examination, and it must be a manual unit with precise specifications, such as a manual auto advance feature and compatibility with high- and low-profile microtome blades. The solicitation requests detailed offers, including product literature, pricing, and compliance with federal regulations. Responses must be submitted electronically by January 9, 2025, with deliveries scheduled to the Beckley VA Medical Center by February 28, 2025. Key administrative details cover invoice requirements, contract terms, and compliance with various federal regulations, ensuring contractors adhere to standards set for equipment and services procurement within government contracts. The emphasis on domestic products and adherence to small business specifications reflects the federal government’s commitment to supporting local economies and regulatory compliance.
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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