AJ12--Rodent Health Surveillance Testing
ID: 36C26125Q0801Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Veterinary Services (541940)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AJ12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f8f714d579fd4341973d0bb97e0a005b/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from contractors capable of providing Rodent Health Surveillance Testing to support its programs at the Palo Alto Health Care System. This sources sought notice, referenced as Solicitation Number 36C26125Q0801, invites interested parties to detail their capabilities in conducting testing for pathogens affecting rodents, which is vital for maintaining research integrity and ensuring high standards in veterinary health. Contractors must respond by August 6, 2025, with their company's legal name, unique entity ID, socioeconomic status, relevant experience, and capability statement, while adhering to federal regulations regarding record management and privacy. For further inquiries, interested contractors can contact Contract Specialist Cynthia Diezel at cynthia.diezel@va.gov or by phone at 916-923-4567.

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    Cynthia DiezelContract Specialist
    (916) 923-4567
    cynthia.diezel@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is requesting information concerning Rodent Health Surveillance Testing to support its programs at the Palo Alto Health Care System. The solicitation, referenced as Solicitation Number 36C26125Q0801, is a sources sought notice with a response deadline of August 6, 2025. Contractors are invited to provide details regarding their capabilities in conducting recommended testing for pathogens affecting rodents, which is critical for maintaining research integrity. Interested parties must respond with their company's legal name, unique entity ID, socioeconomic status, relevant experience, and capability statement. The testing involves various panels that utilize polymerase chain reaction (PCR) methods to detect numerous pathogens in rodents, with services to be delivered in accordance with a detailed performance work statement. Contractors must provide necessary supplies, communicate results with VA staff, and meet stringent quality standards outlined in the documentation. Additionally, the document stipulates requirements for subcontracting and emphasizes the necessity of compliance with federal regulations concerning record management and privacy. This initiative signifies the VA's commitment to ensuring high standards in veterinary health for its research and related activities.
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