6640--FY 25 Molecular Random Access Analyzer
ID: 36C24825Q0064Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/55301f02d9d541f4a0018e6800dd8043/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 8, is seeking qualified businesses to provide a Molecular Random Access Analyzer with Real-Time PCR Methodology for the San Juan VA Medical Facility in Puerto Rico. The analyzer must deliver results in under 90 minutes and is intended to enhance healthcare services through advanced technological solutions. This Sources Sought Notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation; interested vendors must submit a qualifications letter by October 24, 2024, including essential company information and evidence of capability, to the designated contact, Darrin Alexander, at darrin.alexander2@va.gov. Participation requires registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for future contract awards.

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    Darrin AlexanderContract Specialist
    (407) 646-4003
    darrin.alexander2@va.gov
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    36C24825Q0064.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 8, to gather information from businesses capable of providing a Molecular Random Access Analyzer with Real-Time PCR capabilities, delivering results in under 90 minutes. This notice is for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of contract award. Interested businesses must submit a qualifications letter by October 24, 2024, containing critical information such as company details, socio-economic classifications, and evidence of relevant capabilities. The Government seeks to ascertain the existence of qualified vendors as part of the acquisition decision-making process. Responses must be emailed to the designated point of contact, and businesses must be registered in the System for Award Management to be eligible for any future awards. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to improving healthcare services through advanced technological solutions for their facilities.
    Sources Sought 36C24825Q0064 only.pdf
    The Network Contracting Office (NCO) 8 issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather market research regarding the provision of a Molecular Analyzer-Random Access Platform with Real-Time PCR Methodology for the San Juan VA Medical Facility in Puerto Rico. This notice is not a solicitation or binding request for proposals and aims to identify qualified businesses along with their SBA size classification under NAICS code 334516. Interested businesses must provide a qualification letter with essential details such as company information, socio-economic category, and a capability statement, evidencing their ability to fulfill the requirements. Participation requires businesses to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Responses are due by October 24, 2024, and must be submitted via email, with no consideration for inquiries made by phone or fax. The notice emphasizes the government’s interest in understanding potential suppliers and does not incur any response preparation costs to the government. This process is critical for determining appropriate acquisition decisions in line with government contracting procedures.
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