6550--New 2-Year VISN Molecular Diagnostic Testing Cepheid Brand Name or Equal To Reagents and Consumables
ID: 36C25925Q0594Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259)Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/cef163eec1644bd9a6903e162d15257d/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for a two-year Blanket Purchase Agreement under Request for Quote (RFQ) #: 36C25925Q0594, aimed at acquiring Cepheid brand or equivalent molecular diagnostic testing reagents and consumables. The procurement encompasses a variety of testing kits and consumables, with a performance period scheduled from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2027, emphasizing the need for FDA-approved items compatible with specified Cepheid analyzers. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by 4:00 PM MST on August 22, 2025, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements, including the provision of original equipment manufacturer items. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Lindsey Zwaagstra at Lindsey.Zwaagstra@va.gov.

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    Lindsey ZwaagstraContracting Officer
    (303) 712-5733
    Lindsey.Zwaagstra@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes under Request for Quote (RFQ) #: 36C25925Q0594 for a two-year Blanket Purchase Agreement for Cepheid brand or equivalent molecular diagnostic testing reagents and consumables. The procurement covers various testing kits and consumables, with quantities to be specified, for a delivery period from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2027. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by 4:00 PM MST on August 22, 2025. Prospective offerors must ensure compliance with FDA regulations, provide only original equipment manufacturer items, and demonstrate compatibility with specified Cepheid analyzers. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and compliance with specific procurement requirements. The contracting officer has the discretion to reject all proposals. The performance of services specified is contingent on future fiscal year fund appropriations, emphasizing the government's commitment to adhere to legal and regulatory standards throughout the acquisition process.
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