6640--FY25: Microscope Hematology Department
ID: 36C24825Q0856Type: 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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fdf8d93ed62d40538a39a9817b1de889/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract to J.C. Gonzalez, Inc. for the Microscope Hematology Department, as outlined in solicitation number 36C24825Q0856. This procurement is being conducted under the authority of 41 USC 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, which allows for sole source contracting under specific conditions, emphasizing the need for specialized laboratory equipment. The goods and services sought are critical for the operations of the VA Caribbean Healthcare System, ensuring efficient hematological analysis and patient care. Interested vendors who believe they can meet the requirements are encouraged to submit a technical proposal by June 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time to Contract Specialist Eunice Bones at eunice.bones@va.gov, as this will be the only public notice regarding this opportunity.

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    Eunice BonesContract Specialist
    (407) 646-4143
    eunice.bones@va.gov
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    Special Notice 36C24825Q0856.pdf
    The document is a Special Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs, announcing the intent to award a sole source contract to J.C. Gonzalez, Inc. for the Microscope Hematology Department, under solicitation number 36C24825Q0856. The procurement aligns with federal regulations, specifically citing 41 USC 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, which enable sole source contracting under certain conditions. The key dates include a response deadline of June 27, 2025, at 17:00 Eastern Time, with an emphasis that vendors who believe they can meet the requirements are encouraged to submit technical proposals for future consideration. The notice specifies the relevant NAICS code (334516) and notes the Small Business size standard of 1,000 employees. It is vital to highlight that this will be the only public notice given regarding this intention. The document underscores the VA’s procedures in procurement and its strategic focus on sole source contracts in specific circumstances, aiming to streamline the contracting process while accommodating future engagement with qualified vendors.
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