6640--CRYOSTAT LEASE
ID: 36C25525Q0047Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c1a3c9e90c1a4716a55e4179acf26f3f/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to lease two cryostat units for the Kansas City VA Medical Center. The procurement aims to acquire new cryostat equipment capable of preserving frozen tissue samples and providing precise slicing for microscopic examination, essential for quick diagnoses during surgeries. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to enhancing patient care through advanced technology while ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including the Buy American Act. Interested parties must respond with detailed company information and capabilities by contacting Contracting Officer Betty Flores at veronica.flores@va.gov or 913-946-1167, with implementation expected within 120 days of contract award.

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    Betty FloresContracting Officer
    (913) 946-1167
    veronica.flores@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs issued a Sources Sought Notice for the lease of two cryostat units for the Kansas City VA Medical Center. This notice serves as a market research tool to identify qualified vendors capable of fulfilling specific requirements for cryostat units used in tissue sample preparation. Respondents must provide detailed company information, capabilities, and product specifications, ensuring compliance with the Buy American Act and other federal regulations. The cryostat units must maintain cryogenic temperatures, allow precise slicing of samples, and include a range of operational and safety features. New equipment is required, as refurbished or outdated units will not be considered. The notice outlines extensive criteria for equipment performance, including dimensions, temperature control, and safety mechanisms, alongside requirements for training, documentation, and emergency maintenance services. The contractor is expected to provide comprehensive support, including installation and training on handling hazardous materials per EPA standards. The implementation must be completed within 120 days of contract award. This Sources Sought Notice reflects the VA's commitment to acquiring cutting-edge technology to enhance patient care and diagnostic capabilities while ensuring vendor accountability and compliance with federal standards.
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