Fluorescent Flow Cytometry Analyzer and Reagents
ID: W91YTZ24Q0119Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M MRCO EASTFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5580, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the McDonald Army Health Center at Fort Eustis in Virginia, seeks a single supplier for a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for fluorescent flow cytometry analyzer and reagent supplies through an unrestricted solicitation. This medical device, equipped with a semiconductor laser and hydrodynamic focusing, is essential for the center's operations.

    The successful vendor will be responsible for supplying, installing, and leasing the analyzer, as well as providing the necessary reagents, training, and maintenance. The analyzer must be delivered and installed within four weeks of the contract award. To achieve an efficient and cost-effective solution, the government emphasizes the importance of prompt response times for service calls. The selected vendor will also be required to ensure compatibility with existing systems for data transmission and quality control.

    The solicitation has a new response deadline of August 1st, 2024, and the desired start date is September 2024. Potential vendors should take note of the increased annual test volume requirement of 12,000 CBCs and 120 retics (approximately 44 samples weekly or 6-7 per workday), which was clarified by the government due to its impact on the scope and capacity needed.

    Interested parties should submit their proposals by the deadline, ensuring compliance with the stated requirements and including pricing details for their offered solutions. The award decision will be based on a combination of compliance and cost effectiveness.

    For further clarification or questions, potential applicants can contact Ronald Govans or Frank Whorton via email.

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    The government agency seeks to clarify that they require the ability to process a much higher annual test volume than initially stated in the RFP. They confirm that the correct annual target is 12,000 CBCs and 120 retics, which equates to around 44 samples per week or 6-7 per workday. This clarification is essential as it significantly impacts the scope and capacity requirements for potential vendors.
    The government seeks a single supplier for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide fluorescent flow cytometry analyzer and reagent supplies. The BPA, spanning five years, aims to equip the McDonald Army Health Center with these specialized medical devices and consumables. Offerors are invited to submit proposals by the deadline for this unrestricted solicitation. The primary goods procured are the fluorescent flow cytometry analyzers, along with the associated reagents required for their operation. Key dates to note are the publication date and the offer due date of 31 July 2024. Offerors must register with the System for Award Management before submitting their proposals, which will be evaluated based on the compliance and price of the offered goods.
    The medical readiness contracting office seeks a fluorescent flow cytometry analyzer for the McDonald Army Health Center. The semi-conductor laser analyzer, with hydrodynamic focusing, must meet specific technical requirements and be delivered installed within four weeks of the contract award. It will be leased for five years and maintained by the contractor, who must also provide training and reagents. The primary goal is to achieve an efficient, cost-effective analysis system, with response times for service calls defined. The contractor is responsible for ensuring the analyzer's compatibility with existing systems, including data transmission and quality control. Key dates include the new response deadline of August 1st, 2024, and the desired September 2024 start date. This amendment also outlines detailed security and training requirements for contractor personnel, along with a list of materials and their estimated quantities and prices for each year of the lease.
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