Laboratory Slide Printers
ID: 36C24425Q0409Type: Solicitation
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

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a4b452dae52a432ca642dbcfe7d987ee/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of four replacement laboratory slide printers for the Pittsburgh Healthcare System. These printers are crucial for labeling tissue cassettes, which enhances patient sample tracking and reduces technician errors, thereby improving healthcare processes within the VA. The procurement emphasizes the need for reliable, durable, and compatible new models, with proposals due by March 17, 2025, including detailed pricing and delivery information. Interested vendors can reach out to McDaniel Brayboy III at mcdaniel.brayboy@va.gov or by phone at 916-841-7834 for further inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    McDaniel Brayboy III
    (916) 841-7834
    mcdaniel.brayboy@va.gov
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    Pre Sol - Laboratory Slide Printers.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Pre-Solicitation Notice for the acquisition of a Brand Name or Equal Epredia Slide Mate AS Slide Printer, intended for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. This procurement will be opened for full competition in the open market, with the official solicitation expected to be posted on SAM.gov around March 6, 2025. The related NAICS code is 334516, focusing on Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,000 employees. Potential bidders must monitor the Contract Opportunities website for updates and are responsible for obtaining any amendments to the solicitation. Queries must be directed in writing to the designated Contracting Specialist, McDaniel Brayboy III, as telephone inquiries are not permitted. This notice makes clear that the government is not obligated to award a contract or to cover proposal preparation costs. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) before contract awards can be made.
    RFQ - Laboratory Slide Printers - 36C24425Q0409.docx
    The document details a Request for Proposal (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of four replacement slide printers for the Pittsburgh Healthcare System. These printers are essential for labeling tissue cassettes, thereby aiding in patient sample tracking and minimizing technician errors. The specifications include requirements for reliability, durability, and compatibility with existing systems, with a stipulation for new models only. Proposals must be submitted by March 17, 2025, along with detailed pricing and delivery information. The contract incorporates specific Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and mandates electronic invoicing for payment. In summary, the document outlines a strategic acquisition strategy aimed at enhancing healthcare processes within the VA, aligning with regulations and small business requirements while prioritizing quality and functionality in medical equipment.
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