6630--Lab Supplies - Automatic Microtomes
ID: 36C24425I0211Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

CHEMICAL ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS (6630)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5944da153d8d4a04b1d7c908ced588f6/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the procurement of three Epredia HM 355S Automatic Microtomes for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. This initiative aims to replace outdated laboratory equipment, enhancing the facility's analytical capabilities in line with the NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. The selected vendors will be required to deliver the microtomes within 30 days of contract award, adhering to specific technical specifications outlined in the attached Request for Information (RFI). Interested parties must submit their responses, including company information and capabilities, by January 2, 2025, and all communications should be directed to Contract Specialist Kevin Lake at Kevin.Lake1@va.gov or (412) 822-2040.

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    Kevin LakeContract Specialist
    (412) 822-2040
    Kevin.Lake1@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs issued a Sources Sought Notice seeking information on Automatic Microtome Services for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. The aim is to procure three Epredia HM 355S Automatic Microtomes to replace outdated units for laboratory use. The notice outlines that responses are required by January 2, 2025, providing details on submission requirements, including company information, capabilities, and socioeconomic status. It specifies that vendors must deliver the microtomes within 30 days post-contract award, adhering to defined specifications such as cutting stroke length and dimensions. This procurement falls under NAICS code 334516, and is for market research purposes only, to gauge interest and capability among potential suppliers. The document stresses the necessity for all communications to be directed to Contract Specialist Kevin Lake, and highlights the importance of being registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) for eligibility in government contracts. This Sources Sought Notice serves as a preliminary step toward a forthcoming solicitation announcement for automatic microtomes, indicating the VA's commitment to enhance its laboratory capabilities.
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