6640--CHEMISTRYSUPPLIES REAGENTS SERVICE MIDDLEWARE INSTRUMENTS NEW BASE CONTRACT-BOISE
ID: 36C26025Q0262Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d37df93b258c4056a036c30e7608e635/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for a new base contract to provide chemistry supplies, reagents, and automated immunochemistry instruments for the Boise VA Medical Center. The procurement aims to enhance laboratory services by ensuring the availability of essential medical assays and advanced equipment, which are critical for patient care and treatment within the Veterans Affairs healthcare system. The contract, valued at approximately $41.5 million, will span five years, starting in May 2025, and includes provisions for maintenance, training, and compliance with regulatory standards. Interested vendors should contact Hector Gonzalez at hector.gonzalez1@va.gov for further details and to participate in the bidding process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Hector GonzalezContracting Specialists
    hector.gonzalez1@va.gov
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    36C26025Q0262_1.docx
    The presolicitation notice outlines a request for proposals related to chemistry supplies and reagents services for the Boise VA Medical Center. The contracting office, located in Vancouver, WA, seeks suppliers for CPRR Chemistry Immunochemistry with responses due by March 12, 2025, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time. The designated performance location is the Boise VA Medical Center, addressing the required product service code 6640 and NAICS code 325413. Interested parties can contact Hector Gonzalez, the Contracting Specialist, via email for inquiries. This presolicitation serves as a preliminary announcement within the framework of federal contracting, emphasizing transparency and competitive procurement practices for essential medical services.
    Copy of 2024 Chemistry test menu.xlsx
    The document outlines a comprehensive menu of tests conducted by the Boise VA, detailing the test names, quantities, and individual and total pricing for various medical assays. Each entry includes a test name, count, the price per test, and associated total costs, covering a wide range of biochemical analyses, such as ALT, AST, cholesterol levels, and hormone testing like Testosterone and TSH. Additionally, there are accumulative sections indicating the costs for several operational years (OY1 through OY4) and a five-year total pricing structure. The primary purpose of this document is to facilitate the government's procurement process for medical testing services, providing potential vendors with clear pricing and inventory data that is essential for competitive bids. It serves as a reference for assessing budget allocations for laboratory services within the Boise VA system. The structured format enhances clarity and assists officials in quickly understanding the scope and financial aspects of available tests necessary for patient care and treatment in the Veterans Affairs healthcare system.
    RFQ Boise Immunostainers CPRR 36C26025Q0262.docx
    The document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) for automated chemistry immunochemistry instruments for the Boise VA Medical Center, managed by the Network Contracting Office 20. It includes specifications for equipment performance, maintenance, supply provisions, and compliance with regulatory standards. Key requirements entail the provision of necessary consumables and reagents, monthly invoicing, on-site training, and a commitment to provide maintenance and upgrades at no additional cost to the government. The contract spans five years, beginning with a base year from May 2025 and extending through four optional years. The total anticipated award amount is set at $41.5 million. The contractor must ensure reliable performance, facilitating emergency delivery of supplies and adherence to quality control measures. The proposal emphasizes efficient integration with existing laboratory systems and a robust support structure for maintenance and troubleshooting, including 24/7 support availability. The contractor is also responsible for providing training to VA personnel and ensuring minimal disruption to laboratory operations. This solicitation underscores the government's focus on enhancing healthcare services for veterans through advanced medical technology and operational efficiency.
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