6640--Small Benchtop Centrifuges NCO 4 Commodities 2
ID: 36C24425Q0084Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0870be90c0834173ae17cbd3cdbe2da0/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from potential suppliers regarding small benchtop centrifuges with specifications similar to the Thermo Scientific Sorvall ST 8. The centrifuges must feature a swinging bucket rotor capable of holding 15 mL conical tubes, achieve a maximum Relative Centrifugal Force of 3,260 X G, and include a timer with a minimum duration of 10 minutes. This procurement is crucial for laboratory operations within the VA, ensuring efficient processing of samples. Interested vendors are invited to submit their responses by November 11, 2024, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, and should direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Justin James at justin.james2@va.gov or by phone at 412-860-7204.

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    Justin JamesContract Specialist
    (412) 860-7204
    justin.james2@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for small benchtop centrifuges with specifications similar to the Thermo Scientific™ Sorvall™ ST 8, emphasizing a request for information rather than a solicitation. Responses are invited for market research to identify potential suppliers, where interested businesses are required to clarify their size, status (e.g., small, veteran-owned), and manufacturing capabilities. Key specifications for the centrifuges include a swinging bucket rotor, the ability to hold 15 mL conical tubes, a maximum force of 3,260 X G, and a timer of at least 10 minutes. Participants must also provide insights on pricing and details about their existing federal contracts. The deadline for response submission is set for 11-11-2024 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The notice highlights that responses do not constitute a binding contract, ensuring the government incurs no financial obligations for submitted information. This effort aids the VA in assessing the landscape of potential vendors while adhering to federal acquisition standards.
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