Salient Characteristics Worksheet.docx
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This document is a Brand Name or Equal Worksheet ("Salient Characteristics") for a federal contract opportunity related to a Microbiology Analyzer. The salient characteristics outlined include the capability to perform analysis on 100% of the test panel, sufficient capacity and throughput, safety features, a compatible bi-directional barcode computer interface, the ability to support multiple barcode formats, and the capability to accurately and reliably identify gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, yeast, and anaerobes 90-99% of the time. The worksheet also includes a comprehensive and extensive database of bacteria and yeast species consistent with FDA/CLSI guidelines. The related federal contract opportunity is Solicitation Number 36C26124Q1058 for a Microbiology CPT requirement, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 21.
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Brand Name or Equal Worksheet (“Salient Characteristics”) v 2.0 Brand Name Item:
1) Essential/significant physical, functional, or performance characteristics.
Per Test-Microbiology Analyzer
2) Complete generic identification – Cost Per Test-MICROBIOLOGY ANALVZER
a) The capability of performing analysis on 100% of the test panel
b) Sufficient capacity and throughput to meet the volume and service demands
c) Safety features to avoid exposure to biohazardous and chemical material
d) A bi-directional, bar-coded computer interface compatible with the current VA laboratory information system.
e) Equipment shall be able to support multiple barcode formats
f) The capability of accurately and reliably of identifying gram negative and gram- positive bacteria, yeast, and anaerobes 90 - 99% of the time.
g) Comprehensive and extensive data base of bacteria and yeast species that is consistent with FDA/CLSI guidelines.
3) Applicable model/make/catalog number – Testing Supplies All-inclusive of Reagents, Consumables and Service
4) Manufacturer name – Biomerieux
Per VAAR 811.104 and 811.105, I certify the following regarding the above information:
· The salient characteristics listed above are essential to the Government’s requirements.
· To my knowledge, the restrictions listed above will not limit the acquisition to an item peculiar to one manufacture.
Name: Leanne Swanson Date: 07/02/2024 Title, Service: Program Analyst, COR I
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