6640--BD MAX REAGENTS STL
ID: 36C25524Q0606Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/aff5047177d24e1bbadc6c29437c5dcb/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide molecular testing and extraction supplies for the BD MAX instrument at the St. Louis VA Medical Center. This procurement involves a Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for specific reagents necessary for nucleic acid detection and extraction, with an estimated contract duration of one base year and four optional yearly ordering periods, commencing from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2029. The supplies are critical for ensuring uninterrupted patient care operations, and interested parties, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, must submit their responses by September 20, 2024, to Contract Specialist Michael P. Murphy at michael.murphy7@va.gov. The government does not guarantee any contract awards based on this notice, which serves solely for market research purposes.

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    Michael P. MurphyContract Specialist
    (913) 946-1963
    michael.murphy7@va.gov
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    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks market research for the procurement of molecular testing supplies for the BD MAX instrument at the St. Louis VA Medical Center. The notice is aimed at identifying qualified small businesses, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, to fulfill specific requirements outlined in the document. The contract, designated as a Firm Fixed Price BPA, will involve the supply of reagents necessary for nucleic acid detection and extraction. Responses must include detailed information on the company and demonstrate the capability to provide the required products. The estimated contract duration spans one base year and four optional yearly ordering periods, commencing from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2029. Required supplies include specific BD MAX reagent kits, cartridges, and emergency handling provisions. Proposals are due by September 20, 2024, and will not obligate the government to make any purchases. This notice underscores the VA's intent to engage with various small businesses while adhering to preferences established by veterans' legislation, indicating a commitment to supporting veteran-owned enterprises in government contracting opportunities.
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