Clement J. Zablocki VAMC Flow Cytometry Testing
ID: 36C252-26-AP-0039Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS, MEDICAL LABORATORY USE (6632)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/0cf07531a8474e9d880b04993ec8dddf/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for flow cytometry testing services at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The procurement includes the provision of a fully automated cell prep system, with options for less automated alternatives, and clarifies that the "Navios EX Flow Cytometry system" can be offered as a brand name or equal product. This equipment is crucial for medical laboratory analysis, supporting the VA's mission to provide high-quality healthcare to veterans. Interested vendors must submit their offers by December 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, and can direct inquiries to Colby Pasholk at colby.pasholk@va.gov.

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    Colby Pasholk
    colby.pasholk@va.gov
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    36C25226Q0102 0001.pdf
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation/modification of a contract by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Great Lakes Acquisition Center. The amendment extends the deadline for receipt of offers to December 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST. It also provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding equipment requirements. Key clarifications include a preference for pricing options for both a fully automated cell prep system (e.g., CellMek) and a less automated system (e.g., TQ Prep or Lyse Wash Assistant). Additionally, the solicitation for the "Navios EX Flow Cytometry system" is clarified as "Brand Name or Equal," allowing other vendors to propose equivalent products. The document also indicates interest in a cart/wagon for the equipment, though it is not a mandatory requirement.
    Sources Sought Notice - Flow Cytometry - Milwaukee.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Great Lakes Acquisition Center, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Flow Cytometry Testing services at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. This notice seeks interested and qualified sources to provide 10-color Flow Cytometry instrumentation, ancillary equipment, additional tests, and reagents. The contract will be a single-award, firm-fixed-price with a one-year base and four one-year options, structured as CPRR, CPT, or a fixed monthly lease. This is not a capital purchase. Interested parties must submit capability statements by October 8, 2025, including company information, business classification, relevant experience, capabilities, and past performance. This is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.
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