Medical Reagents for USNH Okinawa
ID: DLAT-SP-25-SS-0001Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORT INDO-PACIFICJBPHH, HI, 96860-3520, USA

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Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423450)
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Pacific is conducting a sources sought announcement to identify local sources capable of providing medical laboratory reagents for the United States Naval Hospital (USNH) in Okinawa, Japan. The procurement involves the delivery of CLASS VIII medical laboratory reagents, including Ortho reagents and consumables compatible with VITROS 5600 Analyzers, along with necessary training and maintenance services for the equipment. This opportunity is critical for ensuring the availability of essential medical supplies and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards in a military setting. Interested parties must submit their qualifications and relevant information by September 30, 2024, to the primary contacts, Bradley Ah Nee and Arlene Renner, via email at bradley.ahnee@dla.mil and arlene.renner@dla.mil, respectively. The estimated contract value is under $5.4 million, covering a base period of 12 months with two optional periods.

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    The document outlines a comprehensive list of reagents and testing components associated with the VITROS Chemical Analyzer, primarily designated for medical use. It includes diverse line items, such as chloride, potassium, sodium, and various other biochemical assays, indicating the specific unit of measure for each item, typically in boxes (BX) or packs (PK). Additionally, calibration kits and performance verifiers are detailed, emphasizing the importance of accurate testing in clinical settings. The content is structured systematically, listing each item with a unique ID, description, and packaging details. This documentation serves as a reference for procurement related to medical testing supplies under federal or state local requests for proposals (RFPs), highlighting the specificity and variety of medical reagent needs for laboratory operations. Overall, it reflects the critical nature of ensuring availability and compliance within healthcare infrastructures tied to government funding or grants aimed at improving health services.
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