Q301--FY24: VISN7-Reference Lab -Base + 4 Option Yrs.
ID: 36C24724R0031Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Medical Laboratories (621511)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2fd547d8b41e4c6093f56b973de5d70b/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a presolicitation notice for a contract to provide laboratory services for the Veterans Integrated Service Network 7 (VISN 7), which encompasses the states of Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina. The contract will cover a base year plus four optional years, aimed at enhancing the flexibility and availability of laboratory services for eligible veterans in the region. This procurement is categorized under NAICS code 621511 for Medical Laboratories, reflecting the critical need for reliable laboratory testing services within the VA healthcare system. Interested contractors should prepare for the forthcoming solicitation, which will be posted on sam.gov, with proposals due by October 30, 2024, at 12 PM Eastern Time. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Chelsea L Smith at Chelsea.Smith1@va.gov or (910) 322-00863.

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    Chelsea L SmithContracting Officer
    (910) 32200863
    Chelsea.Smith1@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a presolicitation notice for a contract related to providing laboratory services for the Veterans Integrated Service Network 7 (VISN 7) area, which includes Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina. The contract is designated for various medical laboratories (NAICS code 621511) and encompasses a base year plus four optional years. The aim is to enhance the flexibility and availability of laboratory services to eligible veterans within the region. Prospective bidders can anticipate the official solicitation on a future date via sam.gov. The submission deadline for proposals is set for October 30, 2024, by 12 PM Eastern Time. For inquiries, contractors can contact Chelsea L Smith at the VA's Network Contracting Activity in Tuskegee, Alabama. This contract is categorized as unrestricted, allowing a wide range of participants to submit proposals.
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