6640--Electrophoresis and Immunofixation CPT
ID: 36C25226Q0070Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2e26b3b43eeb4f33b6bc77070ad103ba/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for the Electrophoresis and Immunofixation Cost Per Test (CPT) requirement, specifically for Capillary and Gel Electrophoresis/Immunofixation analyzers to be installed at the Clement Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois. This procurement aims to establish a single, firm-fixed-price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with five one-year ordering periods, focusing on reagent rental rather than capital equipment purchase, and includes the provision of state-of-the-art equipment, reagents, maintenance, and training. The selected contractor must ensure FDA-approved equipment that integrates seamlessly with the VA VistA system, while adhering to rigorous performance and maintenance standards, with implementation required within 120 days of contract award. Interested vendors should contact Contract Specialist Parris S. Weidenbach at parris.weidenbach@va.gov for further details.

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    Parris S WeidenbachContract Specialist
    parris.weidenbach@va.gov
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    36C25226Q0070 0001.docx
    This amendment to solicitation 36C25226Q0070, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Great Lakes Acquisition Center, addresses questions regarding the Electrophoresis and Immunofixation Cost Per Test (CPT) requirement. The key clarification provided is that the requirement is for a reagent rental, not a capital purchase, for the equipment. This amendment ensures all offerors are aware of the contract specifics, allowing them to submit accurate proposals.
    36C25226Q0070_1.docx
    This Presolicitation Notice, solicitation number 36C25226Q0070, announces the Department of Veterans Affairs' need for a Cost Per Test (CPT) contract for Electrophoresis and Immunofixation Testing. The Clement Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI, and the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL, require instrumentation for these tests for their clinical laboratories. The response deadline is November 25, 2025, at 12:00 PM Central Time, Chicago, USA. The contracting office is located in Milwaukee, WI. The product service code is 6640, and the NAICS code is 334516.
    36C25226Q0070.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for Capillary and Gel Electrophoresis/Immunofixation analyzers to be installed at the Clement Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois. This unrestricted solicitation aims to award a single, firm-fixed-price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with five one-year ordering periods. The chosen vendor will provide state-of-the-art equipment, reagents, maintenance, and training, all under a Cost per Test (CPT) format. Proposals will be evaluated based on price, technical capabilities, and past performance. The contract emphasizes FDA-approved equipment, seamless integration with the VA VistA system, comprehensive training, and adherence to rigorous performance, validation, and maintenance standards. The selected contractor must implement services within 120 days of award and ensure high uptime for all equipment.
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