6550--Tuberculosis testing
ID: 36C26225Q0050Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f8c18242ae95461bb8282da40d3481e6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors to provide tuberculosis (TB) testing supplies and services for its healthcare facilities across California, Arizona, and New Mexico, specifically through the VISN 22 Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Services. The procurement includes essential items such as blood draw tubes and controls compatible with DiaSorin analyzers, ensuring that warranties are not voided, and supplies must be delivered on-demand to various VA locations, including the Greater Los Angeles and San Diego Healthcare Systems. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the health and safety of veterans, with the contract expected to cover a base year plus four option years. Interested parties must respond to the Sources Sought Notice by October 18, 2024, at 9:00 AM Pacific Time, and can direct inquiries to Carlos Magana at carlos.magana@va.gov or by phone at 562-766-2253.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Carlos.Magana@va.govCarlos Magana
    (562) 766-2253
    carlos.magana@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0050.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding tuberculosis testing services. The contracting office is located in Long Beach, California, and the solicitation number is 36C26225Q0050, with a response deadline of October 18, 2024, at 9:00 AM Pacific Time. There are no Recovery Act funds associated with this notice, and it falls under the Product Service Code 6550 and the NAICS Code 325413. The work is to be performed at the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. Interested parties are directed to view the attached documents, which include a Request for Information (RFI) document and a Statement of Work (SOW), for additional details. The point of contact for inquiries is Carlos Magana, whose email is provided for communication. This notice aims to gauge interest and capabilities among vendors for the necessary tuberculosis testing services, essential for ensuring the health and safety of veterans in the VA system.
    Attachment A.xlsx
    The document outlines a request for proposal (RFP) regarding specific medical products from the brand QIAGEN, detailed in several Clinical Line Item Numbers (CLINs). It specifies the needed items such as the LIAISON QuantiFERON TB Gold Plus, LIAISON Control QuantiFERON TB Gold Plus, and various TB Gold Plus Collection Tubes, along with manufacturer part numbers. Each item is linked to a corresponding quantity, though unit prices and extended costs are not listed. The RFP references a Statement of Work (SOW) that elaborates on the salient characteristics required for these products. Repeated mention of QIAGEN underscores the potential for brand name exclusivity or preference. There's also a section for equivalent descriptions which highlights the necessity for alternative options that match the required specifications. This document is part of the federal procurement process, aiming to secure necessary medical supplies efficiently while maintaining compliance with established standards and requirements for public health initiatives. The information indicates a well-structured approach to ensure the quality and reliability of medical materials in government contracts.
    RFI Doc.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the VISN 22 Network Contracting Office, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for Tuberculosis (TB) Testing services, potentially extending over a base year plus four option years. This RFI serves solely for information and planning purposes; it is not a solicitation and does not create binding obligations. The VA seeks to collect market information and assess the capabilities of businesses that can provide the required services, with a particular emphasis on small business classifications such as Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and others. Interested parties must answer a series of questions regarding their business size, manufacturing capabilities, federal contract status, and information on any "equal to" products they can offer. The responses must demonstrate compliance with salient characteristics specified in the RFI, and submissions should be made to the designated VA official by a set deadline. The document outlines that only authorized distributors of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) items will be considered, and remanufactured or gray market products are explicitly prohibited.
    SOW.docx
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the supply needs for TB testing within VISN 22 Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Services. The document specifies the procurement of necessary testing supplies, including blood draw tubes and controls compatible with DiaSorin analyzers, without voiding warranties. Supplies are to be ordered on-demand for various VA healthcare facilities across California, Arizona, and New Mexico, including notable locations such as the Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System and the San Diego Healthcare System. Normal operations will occur during weekdays, with a list of recognized federal holidays provided. The vendor is responsible for shipping all supplies to the designated locations. This SOW is part of the federal procurement process, aiming to ensure timely and efficient delivery of essential medical supplies for tuberculosis testing across multiple VA sites.
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