F107-- Pharmacy USP Sampling Services
ID: 36C25625Q0421Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION- TOXIC AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE ANALYSIS (F107)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9c0ca27f75404b97b87e507a98b098df/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Pharmacy USP Sampling Services for the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks (VHSO) in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The procurement aims to identify vendors capable of performing microbiological sampling services, including the incubation, analysis, and reporting of results from microbiological surface samples, Gloved Fingertip and Thumb samples (GFS), and Media Fill Testing (MFT) samples, all in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards and USP <797> guidelines. This initiative is crucial for maintaining a safe healthcare environment for veterans through rigorous microbiological testing protocols. Interested vendors must submit their responses, including company information and pricing, to Contract Specialist Caleb Parker at caleb.parker@va.gov by January 29, 2025, at 5:00 PM Central. This notice serves as a Sources Sought announcement for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals.

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    Caleb ParkerContract Specialist
    (713) 791-1414 ext. 149866
    caleb.parker@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for Pharmacy USP Sampling Services to identify qualified vendors capable of providing microbiological sampling services for the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks (VHSO). The services include incubating, analyzing, and reporting results from microbiological surface samples, Gloved Fingertip and Thumb samples (GFS), and Media Fill Testing (MFT) samples. Vendors are required to meet ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards and must respond with company information, contract details, socio-economic status, and market research pricing. The anticipated contract includes regular analysis and reporting of testing outcomes, adhering to USP <797> standards. The notice outlines specific methodologies, performance requirements, and the number of expected samples for annual processing. Responses must be submitted to the contracting specialist by January 29, 2025. This notice serves for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals. It emphasizes compliance with federal contracting regulations and industry standards, highlighting the VA's mission to maintain a safe healthcare environment for veterans through rigorous microbiological testing protocols.
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