6640--Fully Automated Molecular System Cost-Per-Cost
ID: 36C24824Q0082Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f53f09d615f84fb6b2ec5dd1040387a7/view
Timeline
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    Posted Oct 5, 2023 6:15 PM
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    Updated Oct 5, 2023 6:15 PM
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    Due Oct 13, 2023 5:00 PM
Description

Sources Sought VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking businesses to provide a fully automated real-time PCR based molecular system (Brand Name or Equal: BioCartis Idylla) for the VA Caribbean Healthcare System in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The system is used for analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing and is intended to support the healthcare system's molecular testing needs. Interested parties must submit a qualification letter including company information, contact details, SAM UEI Number, socio-economic category, and capability statement. Prospective offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. Responses must be submitted via email by October 13, 2023.

Point(s) of Contact
Shawn AutreyContract Specialist
(407) 646-4013
shawn.autrey@va.gov
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