J065--FY25 SERVICES | Base +4 | Hologic Thin Prep 5000
ID: 36C24225Q0401Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/66493cf93cb24fd681d20707e59300c7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 2, is seeking to award a sole-source contract to Hologic, Inc. for maintenance services on the Hologic Thin Prep 5000 system at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. The contract will encompass yearly preventative maintenance, customer care, on-site service, and technical support for the medical equipment, which is crucial for ensuring the operational efficiency of diagnostic procedures. Interested firms capable of fulfilling these requirements are encouraged to submit written notice by March 10, 2024, at 4 PM EST, with responses directed to Contracting Officer Daniel Zielinski at daniel.zielinski@va.gov. The relevant NAICS code for this procurement is 811210, and the small business size standard is set at $34 million.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Daniel ZielinskiContracting Officer
    716-862-7461 x22380
    daniel.zielinski@va.gov
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    Notice of Intent to Sole Source - 36C24225Q0401 - Hologic Thin Prep.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 2 (NCO 2) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to announce its intention to award a sole-source contract to Hologic, Inc. for maintenance services on the Hologic Thin Prep 5000 system at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. This contract will cover yearly preventative maintenance, customer care, on-site service, and technical support. The solicitation number is 36C24225Q0401, with responses due by March 10, 2024, at 4 PM EST. While this is not a request for competitive quotes, other firms capable of fulfilling the requirements are encouraged to provide written notice, demonstrating their capacity to meet the specified needs. The document outlines the relevant NAICS code (811210) for electronic and precision equipment repair and notes that the small business size standard is set at $34 million. Responses must be sent via email to the Contracting Officer, Daniel Zielinski, and telephonic inquiries will not be entertained. This notice serves as a preliminary step to gauge interest and potential capability, with the final decision on the contract award lying solely with the government.
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