6550--Lab Testing Services - (HIV/HCV/HPV/On)
ID: 36C24425Q0288Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/b1cb1464edc9474990f80b31c8464652/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to negotiate a sole-source contract with Roche Diagnostics Corporation for lab testing services related to HIV, HCV, and HPV at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center. The contractor will be responsible for providing FDA-approved laboratory systems, instruments, maintenance, and consumables necessary for clinical testing, including a fully automated PCR testing platform with advanced features for real-time detection and minimal maintenance. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the delivery of quality healthcare services to veterans through efficient laboratory solutions. Interested parties must express their interest or submit capabilities by February 13, 2025, and can contact Contract Specialist Yazmin Alvarez at yazmin.alvarez@va.gov or 302-944-2511 x5202 for further information.

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    Yazmin AlvarezContract Specialist
    302-944-2511 x5202
    yazmin.alvarez@va.gov
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    The Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Roche Diagnostics Corporation to provide lab testing services for HIV, HCV, and HPV. The contractor will furnish FDA-approved laboratory systems, instruments, maintenance, and consumables necessary for clinical testing over the contract's lifespan. Key deliverables include a fully automated PCR testing platform capable of running HPV genotyping, HCV, HIV, and HBV viral loads. The platform is required to have advanced features such as real-time detection, dual-probe approaches, and minimal maintenance. Additional responsibilities include on-site training for personnel, installation of equipment, and ongoing maintenance services, ensuring peak operational efficiency. Interested parties have until February 13, 2025, to express interest or submit capabilities, although this notice does not constitute a request for quotations. Responses will inform the decision on proceeding with Roche. This contract reflects the VA's commitment to providing quality healthcare services to veterans through efficient laboratory solutions.
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