6640--FY25: Automated Immunochemical Fecal Occult Blood Test (IFOBT)
ID: 36C24825Q0431Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/efa62bb8c8c44235b868de0ac78bd1cd/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to award a sole-source contract for the provision of Automated Immunochemical Fecal Occult Blood Test (IFOBT) reagents, specifically targeting the Orlando Healthcare System. This procurement is in accordance with federal regulations that permit sole-source contracts under certain conditions, emphasizing the need for specialized testing reagents critical for patient diagnostics. Interested vendors capable of fulfilling this requirement are encouraged to submit a complete technical package by February 27, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, to the Contract Specialist, Benjamin Amato, at Benjamin.Amato@va.gov. This opportunity aims to identify potential sources for future related procurements, although the government will not provide compensation for any information submitted.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Benjamin M AmatoContract Specialist
    (407) 646-4005
    Benjamin.Amato@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced its intent to award a sole-source contract to Polymedco Cancer Diagnostic Products LLC for the provision of Fecal Immunological Testing Reagents for the Orlando Healthcare System. This procurement aligns with federal regulations allowing for such contracts under specific conditions (41 USC 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1). Interested vendors capable of fulfilling this requirement are invited to submit a complete technical package by the deadline of February 27, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, to the designated contracting officer, Benjamin Amato. Responses will aid in identifying potential sources for future related procurements, though the government will not compensate for any information provided. This notice is part of the federal contracting process, ensuring transparency and opportunity for vendors to express capabilities that may meet government needs.
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