The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking responses for a Sources Sought Notice regarding the procurement of five Full-Time Equivalent Certified Medical Technologist services. This initiative is part of the National Public Health Program Office and focuses on high-complex molecular laboratory testing, critical for diagnosing emerging pathogens and supporting biodefense strategies. The technologists will perform complex test procedures, ensure quality control, maintain laboratory equipment, and manage data reporting. The work involves varying shifts located at the VA Palo Alto facility, emphasizing the need for certified professionals with expertise in laboratory processes and accreditation standards. Qualified candidates must hold certification as a Medical Technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist, a relevant degree, and 2-5 years of laboratory experience. The performance period is set for a base year from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with four additional option years. This announcement serves to gather market information to guide future procurement strategies, rather than functioning as a solicitation or binding contract. Interested parties must respond by March 13, 2025, indicating their capabilities to assist with these laboratory services.

The document is a Sources Sought Announcement from the VA, intended to collect information for procuring Medical (Laboratory) Technologist services for the Public Health National Program Office. The Government seeks five full-time certified Medical Technologists to perform high-complexity molecular laboratory testing and laboratory information management services. These services are crucial to support the nation’s biodefense strategy and public health preparedness, particularly for diagnosing emerging pathogens and high-consequence infections. The announcement outlines major duties including specimen evaluation, test performance and monitoring, quality control procedures, and data validation. Required qualifications include a Medical Technologist certification, a B.S. degree in a relevant field, and experience with molecular assays, laboratory operations, and regulatory compliance. Responses to the announcement must include the company's details and capabilities by March 13, 2025, with an emphasis on socio-economic categorization, previous experience, and intentions for subcontracting. The announcement highlights a preference for responses from service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small businesses, conforming to the VA's contracting guidelines. The overall purpose is to gather market interest and determine procurement approaches for these vital laboratory services.