Sources Sought Notice for Chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA) kits compatible with the government’s current CLIA instrumentation for the Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC).
ID: 162025Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M USA HCAJBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-4504, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4181db6c783442c985c80752c60f80a9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Medical Readiness Contracting Office West (MRCO), is seeking potential sources to provide Chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA) kits compatible with the existing CLIA instrumentation at the Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. The procurement aims to secure FDA-approved assay kits that meet specific testing requirements, including rapid turnaround times and comprehensive training for laboratory staff. This initiative is crucial for maintaining efficient laboratory services and public health monitoring, as it supports a range of immunological tests essential for patient care. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capability statements and relevant information to the primary contact, Medina L. Woodson, at medina.l.woodson.civ@health.mil by the specified deadline, with a base performance period anticipated from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2030.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Medina L. Woodson
    (210) 539-8525
    (210) 221-3446
    medina.l.woodson.civ@health.mil
    Salameya Paulouskaya
    (210) 539-8656
    (210) 221-3446
    salameya.paulouskaya2.civ@health.mil
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    TABLE 1 - WORKLOAD DATA - Chemiluminescent Immunoassay Applicable CLIA Kits.docx
    The document presents workload data for various assays/tests, detailing expected volumes for the base year and several options for future years, all reported in tests per year. The list includes assays such as CMV IGG, Calprotectin, and Treponema, with specific volumes maintained across all options—indicating a consistent testing requirement. The data illustrates a framework for assessing testing efficiency and planning resource allocation for public health monitoring and responses. This type of data likely serves in the context of federal and state RFPs and grants, guiding decision-makers in bidding processes and funding applications, emphasizing the ongoing need for laboratory services in healthcare facilities. The overall structure highlights continuity in testing demand across multiple options, suggesting stability in public health program priorities.
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