646-25-2-233-0213 | Brand-Name Only - AB 3500 DX Genetic Analyzer

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4, is soliciting offers for brand-name only (Thermo Fisher AB 3500 DX Genetic Analyzer) for use by the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS) located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Please see the attached documents for the full solicitation requirements.

Solicitation Details:

• Product: AB 3500 DX GENETIC ANALYZER DCS 3.2 and associated equipment


• Purpose: To identify genetic/inherited disorders and also to make a differential diagnosis in certain somatic diseases such as cancer

Set-Aside Status:

• The solicitation is designated as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

NAICS and Size Standard:

• NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)


• Size Standard: 1,000 employees

Offeror Responsibilities:

• Potential offerors are responsible for downloading and returning a copy of the solicitation package to the contracting POC. Offerors must ensure they are informed of all solicitation requirements and deadlines by regularly checking the Contract Opportunities (SAM.gov) website for updates and amendments. Please note that any amendments issued to this solicitation will ONLY be available on this website.

Inquiries:

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  All inquiries or questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist. Contact details are as follows:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Contract Specialist: Nathan Lohr
  
  
  • Email: nathan.lohr@va.gov
  
  
  
  
  

  No telephone inquiries will be accepted.

  
  

Important Note:

• To be considered for an award, all potential offerors must include a letter of authorization from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Thermo Fisher Scientific. This letter must confirm that the offeror is an authorized distributor of the OEM's products. Failure to include this letter of authorization with the quotation will result in the elimination of the offeror from consideration for the contract.

Thank you for your attention to this solicitation. Your participation supports the critical mission of the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System to provide the highest quality of care to veterans. We highly appreciate your diligence and commitment to serving those who have served our nation.