SOO Histology.pdf

This is a Statement of Objectives (SOO) for providing reagents, equipment, and services for high throughput specimen processing services at Brooke Army Medical Center's Department of Pathology and Area Laboratory Services in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. The requirements include Immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining, In-situ Hybridization (ISH) staining, Immuno-Fluorescence staining, Special Staining, Whole slide scanning, Image management, and Anatomic Pathology Lab workflow integration and connectivity solutions.

The contract has a base period from October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026, with four one-year options through September 30, 2029. Key requirements include FDA-approved equipment with uninterruptible power supply, connectivity to MHS Genesis system, minimum throughput of 200 slides per hour for routine staining, 25 reagent slots for IHC/Special stainers, and 98% operational uptime Monday through Friday. The workload data shows increasing volumes over the contract period, from 25,000 to 32,500 IHC/ISH tests and 160,000 to 205,000 H&E stained tests annually. The contractor must provide maintenance, training, and 24-hour emergency support with a 72-hour repair requirement. All equipment must comply with DoD cybersecurity requirements and maintain HIPAA compliance for handling protected health information.