Sources Sought RFI Fecal Immunochemical Test
ID: 36C24925Q0061Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cf222d1ed7094fe586fcaabd1ee46862/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting a Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) to identify vendors capable of providing Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) analyzers and assays. The RFI seeks detailed information regarding the analyzers' volume capabilities, accuracy levels, space dimensions, turnaround times for test results, and automation capabilities for reading test results. This initiative is crucial for enhancing diagnostic capabilities within the Veterans Affairs healthcare system. Interested vendors must submit their inquiries by November 11, 2024, and responses by November 18, 2024, via email to the designated government contacts, Harry R Grambo III and Virgil “Butch” Jones.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Harry R Grambo III
    (423) 905-5043
    N/A
    Harry.Gramboiii@va.gov
    Virgil “Butch” Jones
    virgil.jones@va.gov
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    Sources Sought RFI FIT Contract Nov 2024.docx
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the government to explore potential vendors for Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) analyzers and assays. It seeks details on the analyzers' volume capacities, accuracy rates, space requirements, turnaround times for test results, and automation capabilities for reading test results. The RFI serves solely for market research and planning, without any commitment from the government to initiate procurement processes in the future. It emphasizes that there will be no compensation for any information submitted. Vendors are informed that their decision to not respond will not affect their eligibility for future solicitations. Inquiries regarding the RFI must be submitted by November 11, 2024, while responses are due by November 18, 2024, both to be sent via email to a specified government official. This document highlights the government's proactive approach to identifying feasible testing solutions while outlining the procedural framework for vendor engagement.
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