Electron Microscope - Brand name or Equal
ID: 36C25225Q0470Type: Solicitation
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of a Brand Name or Equal Electron Microscope for the Pathology/Laboratory Department at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. The contract encompasses the delivery, installation, and training for the microscope, with a requirement for the vendor to provide a fully operational system within 30 to 45 days post-award, including necessary components, accessories, warranty, and preventive maintenance visits. This equipment is crucial for enhancing laboratory capabilities and ensuring high-quality pathology services. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email to the Contract Specialist, Arneil Genus, at arneil.genus@va.gov by the specified closing date, with the award based on the lowest price technically acceptable offer.

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    The document outlines a request for proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of an Electron Microscope (Brand Name or Equal) for the Pathology/Laboratory Department at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, WI. The contract includes delivery, installation, and training, with the expectation that the vendor will provide a fully functioning system within 30 to 45 days post-award. The specific requirements include various components and accessories necessary for the operation of the microscope, as well as a warranty and preventive maintenance visits. Key tasks for the vendor include coordinating the delivery and installation, providing onsite application training, and ensuring proper equipment handling and inspection upon arrival. The proposal emphasizes the need for adherence to federal guidelines, including contract terms and conditions, electronic payment procedures, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations for procuring equipment. The award will be granted to the lowest price technically acceptable offer, reflecting the government's focus on cost-effectiveness while ensuring quality service delivery.
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