Intent to Sole Source PCR Molecular Testing
ID: 36C24225Q0433Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/152d461401184af9b9e23ccb34d9e71d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract for PCR molecular testing supplies, specifically to Cepheid, which includes reagents and maintenance services for VA-owned GeneXpert machines. This procurement aims to ensure the availability of essential diagnostic tests that meet specific operational requirements, as Cepheid is identified as the only provider capable of fulfilling these needs based on prior market research. Interested vendors may express their interest and capabilities to provide comparable services, although this notice does not constitute a request for proposals, and no inquiries will be accepted. Responses must be submitted via email to the contracting officer, Aleta Jennette, by 10:00 AM EST on March 19, 2025, with the solicitation number being 36C24225Q0433.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Aleta Jennette
    91473744002068
    Aleta.jennette@va.gov
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    36C24225Q0433.docx
    The document is a Special Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs indicating an intent to sole source PCR Molecular Testing. The notice specifies a solicitation number (36C24225Q0433) and outlines key details regarding the contracting office located in Bronx, NY. The response deadline for interested parties is set for March 20, 2025, by 10 AM Eastern Time. The notice denotes that Recovery Act funds are not applicable, and it provides a product service code (6640) and a NAICS code (334516). The notice's main purpose is to inform potential vendors about the sole-source contract opportunity for PCR Molecular Testing, simplifying the bidding process by indicating that the contract will not be open to competitive proposals. Contact information for the contracting officer, Aleta Jennette, is included for further inquiries. The document serves as both a notification of intent and a preliminary measure to expedite the procurement process within the federal framework, emphasizing the efficiency of government contracting processes.
    NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Cepheid for PCR molecular diagnostic testing supplies, including reagents and maintenance services for specific VA-owned GeneXpert machines. The notice, stating that Cepheid is the only provider that meets the requirements, indicates that market research was conducted prior to this determination. Interested parties can express their interest and capabilities to provide comparable services, although this notice is not a request for proposals, and no inquiries will be accepted. Responses must be emailed to the designated contracting officer by 10:00 AM EST on March 19, 2025. The decision on whether to pursue competitive procurement will be based on the responses received, highlighting the government's discretion in such matters. This announcement outlines the VA's objective to ensure the availability of essential diagnostic tests effectively and efficiently while adhering to specific needs.
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