Q301--Reference Laboratory Testing Services - El Paso VA
ID: 36C25725Q0454Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Medical Laboratories (621511)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b85263ca4b8d424f9a88344a31703df9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources for Reference Laboratory Testing Services for the El Paso Veterans Health Care System (EPVHCS). The procurement aims to identify vendors capable of providing laboratory tests that cannot be performed on-site due to capacity limitations, ensuring compliance with standards set by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). These laboratory services are critical for diagnosing, treating, and monitoring health conditions among veterans, reflecting the VA's commitment to high-quality healthcare. Interested vendors must submit their responses, including company information and a capability statement, by April 28, 2025, and may direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Kathryn Prose at kathryn.prose@va.gov by April 10, 2025.

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    Kathryn ProseContract Specialist
    (254) 217-2835
    kathryn.prose@va.gov
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    36C25725Q0454_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources for Reference Laboratory Testing Services for the El Paso Veterans Health Care System (EPVHCS). This Sources Sought Notice, with a response deadline on April 28, 2025, aims to gather information on potential vendors capable of providing laboratory tests that cannot be conducted on-site due to capacity limitations. The contractors must ensure compliance with standards set by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). Vendors interested in this opportunity must respond with key details including company information, socio-economic status, and a capability statement, alongside a completed attachment regarding testing services and their accreditation. The notice emphasizes the intent is purely informational; no contract will be awarded based solely on this notice. An important deadline for vendors to submit inquiries is April 10, 2025. This notice reflects the VA's commitment to sourcing qualified small business contractors to support essential healthcare services for veterans.
    Attachment A - Line Items _ Base Year _ Estimated Quantities.xlsx
    The document outlines a comprehensive catalog of medical tests and their respective details, including CPT codes, test names, estimated annual quantities, and whether they are self-performed or subcontracted. Each line item specifies the laboratory responsible for the test and the relevant CLIA certificate number. Notable test categories include histopathology, immunohistochemistry, various infectious disease assays, and numerous biomarker analyses, reflecting a breadth of services in laboratory diagnostics. The estimates provided suggest high demand for multiple tests, particularly in cancer markers, infectious diseases, and hormone levels, further indicating the public health and medical research needs addressed by these offerings. This information fundamentally aids in aligning federal and state healthcare funding with essential diagnostic services required in clinical settings, emphasizing the importance of these tests for patient care and regulatory compliance within government health initiatives.
    Statement of Work - El Paso Reference Laboratory Testing 03-19-2025.docx
    The El Paso Veterans Affairs Health Care System (EPVHCS) seeks a contractor to provide Reference Laboratory Services, encompassing a full range of laboratory testing and courier services. The contractor must interface with the VA's existing health information systems, ensure timely testing and result reporting, and comply with various federal and state regulations including HIPAA and laboratory accreditation standards. The services include daily specimen transportation, analytical testing, and a customizable implementation schedule within the first month of contract award. Additionally, the contractor will establish a specimen processor at EPVHCS to facilitate specimen preparation for testing. Quality assurance is emphasized through regular inspections, performance monitoring, and incident reporting, ensuring compliance with specified service standards. The contractor is also required to provide detailed monthly reports on testing volumes and financials. This RFP demonstrates the government's commitment to securing high-quality laboratory services for veterans while ensuring regulatory compliance, data security, and effective communication throughout the partnership.
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