J065--FY25 SERVICES (1YR) BIO-RAD SERVICE CONTRACT (VA-25-00047665)
ID: 36C24225Q0393Type: Special Notice
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)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract for the maintenance of the Bio-Rad Evolis Vitamin D Analyzer at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. This contract will encompass a firm fixed-price agreement that includes preventative maintenance visits, repairs, and necessary parts for the VA-owned equipment, with a base period and four additional option periods. Ensuring the operational readiness of medical equipment is crucial for the VA's mission, and this initiative reflects their commitment to maintaining high standards of service. Interested service providers, particularly Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Veteran Owned, or other small businesses, are encouraged to demonstrate their capabilities by contacting Contract Specialist Michelle Harsch at Michelle.Harsch@va.gov or by phone at 716-862-7373.

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    Michelle HarschContract Specialist
    (716) 862-7373
    Michelle.Harsch@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract for services related to maintaining the Bio-Rad Evolis Vitamin D Analyzer at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. This special notice outlines the government's plan to enter a firm fixed-price contract with Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. The contract will cover a base period with four additional option periods, which includes preventative maintenance visits, repairs, and necessary parts for the VA-owned equipment. Interested service providers, especially those that are Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Veteran Owned, or other small businesses, are invited to demonstrate their capability to fulfill the requirements. Responses must detail the company's qualifications and registration status in the System for Award Management (SAM), as well as provide contact information. The notice clarifies that the government is under no obligation to award a contract and will not reimburse any costs related to the response. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to ensuring the operational readiness of medical equipment through dedicated service contracts.
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