6550--Cepheid Molecular Diagnostic Testing System Reagents and Assays - VISN 6 BPA
ID: 36C24625R0009Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

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https://sam.gov/opp/895d5dbf11bc467b852abe70474fe6a9/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is initiating a sole source procurement for a firm-fixed price contract to supply Cepheid Molecular Diagnostic Testing System reagents and assays for various Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMC) and Health Care Centers (HCC) across multiple locations in the U.S. This contract will exclusively cover supplies from Cepheid, the original manufacturer, as they are the only source for these specialized diagnostic substances without delay or additional cost. The procurement is critical for maintaining the operational efficiency of the diagnostic testing systems used in the VA medical facilities. Interested firms that believe they can meet the requirements are invited to express their interest within three days of this announcement, which closes on November 18, 2024, at 15:00 PM EST. For inquiries, contact Chellry Whittier at chellry.whittier@va.gov or by phone at 757-728-7125, and reference RFP 36C24625R0009 in all replies.

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    Chellry WhittierContract Specialist
    (757) 728-7125
    chellry.whittier@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is initiating a sole source procurement for a firm-fixed price contract to provide the Cepheid Molecular Diagnostic Testing System reagents and assays for various Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMC) and Health Care Centers (HCC) across multiple locations in the U.S. The contract will exclusively cover supplies from Cepheid, the original manufacturer, as they are the only source for these specialized diagnostic substances without delay or additional cost. This procurement falls under the authority of 41 U.S.C. §3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1. The contract is set to commence on December 20, 2024. The announcement is intended for informational purposes, inviting other firms that believe they can meet the requirements to express their interest within three days. However, no competitive bids are sought, as this is not a formal request for proposals. Businesses are encouraged to identify their size category and ownership status when responding. The synopsis serves to outline the government's procurement strategy while not obligating it to purchase the outlined products or services.
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