Q301--|554 | New Base +4 RTPCR GI & Respiratory Testing
ID: 36C25925Q0385Type: Sources Sought
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

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/37f181877caf47599234c271840ef834/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contracting Office 19, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors for Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) GI and Respiratory Testing services to support the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado. The procurement aims to secure comprehensive equipment, reagents, supplies, and services necessary for effective laboratory testing operations, which are critical for accurate diagnosis and public health management, particularly in identifying infectious diseases. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities, including business size and proposed solutions, by May 12, 2025, to the designated Contracting Officer, Alejandra Sierra, at Alejandra.Sierra@va.gov. This initiative may lead to a single contract award, potentially set aside for small businesses, depending on the responses received.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alejandra SierraContracting Officer
    (303) 712-5715
    Alejandra.Sierra@va.gov
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    36C25925Q0385.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 19, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR GI) and Respiratory Testing services to support the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado. This notice is part of market research to identify potential vendors interested in providing comprehensive equipment, reagents, supplies, and related services necessary for effective testing operations. The applicable NAICS code is 334516, pertaining to medical reference laboratory testing. This announcement is not a formal solicitation; rather, it seeks voluntary input regarding capabilities from interested parties, which may influence future procurement methods. Vendors are asked to provide information about their company, including business size and availability details concerning proposed solutions. Responses are due by May 12, 2025, and should be directed to the designated Contracting Officer. The notice emphasizes that a single contract may be awarded based on responses, which will determine whether the requirement can be set aside for small businesses or opened for wider competition. The initiative underscores the VA's commitment to ensuring adequate laboratory testing support for veterans while evaluating market capabilities and options. This document reflects an essential step in the procurement process typical of government RFPs, demonstrating diligence in identifying qualified vendors for necessary medical services.
    Amendment Testing Required.docx
    The document outlines the laboratory testing requirements for federal health initiatives, focusing on two main panels: the gastrointestinal panel and the respiratory panel. The gastrointestinal panel employs FDA-approved RT-PCR assays to detect a variety of bacterial and parasite targets, including strains of E. coli, Salmonella, and Giardia. The respiratory panel similarly employs an FDA-approved assay targeting a range of viral and bacterial pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2, various Influenza strains, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus. This testing regimen is essential for accurate diagnosis and public health management, ensuring that specific organisms are effectively identified to address potential outbreaks and health risks. The document serves as part of broader federal and state health responses, emphasizing the need for precise laboratory capabilities in understanding and controlling infectious diseases.
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