36C26025Q0411 CPT Immunoassay 648
ID: 25Q0411Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98661, USA

NAICS

Medical Laboratories (621511)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/10343d1243ac484ab98bc5e5abae55b8/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 11, 2025, 12:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify potential contractors capable of providing an immunoassay instrument and related services for various VA medical facilities in the Portland area. The procurement aims to lease a medical-grade immunoassay analyzer that can perform specific tests, including Vitamin D levels and immunity assessments, while also supplying necessary reagents, training, and maintenance services under a cost-per-test model. This opportunity is critical for enhancing the diagnostic capabilities of the VA medical centers, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and improving patient care. Interested vendors must submit a capabilities statement to Hector Gonzalez at hector.gonzalez1@va.gov by 5:00 PM PST on April 11, 2025, as this is a sources-sought notice and not a request for quotes.

Point(s) of Contact
Hector Gonzalez
(360) 553-7632
hector.gonzalez1@va.gov
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36C26025Q0411 CPT Immunoassay 648.docx
Mar 28, 2025, 10:04 PM UTC
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify contractors capable of supplying medical-grade liquid bulk oxygen and related services for various VA medical facilities in the Portland area. Interested vendors must submit a capabilities statement that includes their business details, affirmations of adherence to the Statement of Work requirements, and documentation of licenses and agreements as applicable. The anticipated contract involves providing an immunoassay instrument to conduct specific medical tests like Vitamin D levels and immunity tests, in a lease arrangement that includes all necessary reagents and services. Key contract terms outline the cost-per-test model, vendor responsibilities for maintenance, and requirements for training and supplies with an emphasis on compliance with federal regulations. The goal is to ascertain potential sources and finalize an acquisition strategy, with responses due by April 11, 2025. This market research serves as a preliminary step in procurement, and no binding contracts will be formed based on this notice.
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