Q and A as of 16 Mar 21.docx

9 March 2021 Medical Laboratory Services BPA Q&A W91242-21-Q-0022

Q.1 Will we be able to schedule the blood draws and urine collection, or will this be on demand? If it is on demand, how much lead time will we have to set up a date to be onsite to complete the testing?

Q.1.A The government will perform the collection of all samples and requires the pick-up of the samples or the option to drop off at a location within 30 miles of each site listed in 1.4.4.4.1 in the PWS. The vendor must be able to pick up samples within 24 hours notification and return lab test results to the Government POCs within 48 hours of receiving the sample. PWS Sections 1.1, 1.4.4.4.1, and 5.1.5 have been updated.

Q.2 Will we be setting up inside each location to complete the blood draws and urine collection?

Q.2.A The government will perform the collection of all samples. PWS Sections 1.1 and 1.4.4.4.1 have been updated.

Q.3 It mentions same day results (see language below). Is this referring to the blood and urine results?

Q.3.A PWS Section 5.1.5 has been updated to state that results shall be returned NLT than 48 hours after receiving the sample.

Q.4 Would it be possible to provide annual or monthly volumes be supplied for the tests listed?

Q.4.A Our requirements and operation tempo is unknown and changes from time to time. That is why we are requesting price per test quotes. Volume of tests has not been determined. No changes to the RFQ required.

Q.5 Are the drop-off locations located within 30 miles of Raleigh and Stem, NC in addition to the routine logistics pick-ups we would schedule for pick-ups at the physical locations?

Q.5.A If the drop-off locations are within 30 miles of the detachments listed in the PWS then that is acceptable. In the past we have always dropped off at locations, however, we need to have the option to have regular pick-ups scheduled as outlined in the PWS if we are unable to drop-off. No changes to the RFQ required.

Q.6 Is there is an incumbent contractor currently performing these services, if similar services have been performed in the past, or if this is a new requirement. If this is a follow-on requirement, could you please provide the previous contract or task order number?

Q.6.A There is no contractual obligation for this requirement. This is currently being accomplished via GPC and the contractor is LabCorp. No changes to the RFQ are needed.

Q.7 There are 2 different test lists. Please confirm that we are supposed to add pricing to the test list in excel. What is the purpose of the test list in Attachment +1+PWS?

Q.7.A Please add your pricing to the excel spreadsheet. The excel spreadsheet has been updated to match the PWS.

Q.8 Please provide clarification on the following tests:

1. DNA Testing - Is this COVID testing? If not, please clarify exactly what test this is and if not COVID, will COVID be requested?

1. Drug and Alcohol Test –Please provide a test number or panel contents.

1. HIV Blood Draw – Periodic –Please explain what is expected of the laboratory.

1. Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) -Please explain what is expected of the laboratory.

1. Price Per Pick Up Trip (unlimited samples) –Is this for a daily pickup? If not, please provide details and specify if there will be a need for STAT pickups.

Q.8.A

4. DNA testing has been removed.

4. Please see excel spreadsheet for test number

4. HIV Blood Draw has been removed

4. Tuberculin Skin Test has been removed

4. Price Per Pick Up Trip (unlimited samples) is the price charged per pickup. Pick ups will be needed as specified in PWS 1.4.4.4.1 and 1.4.4.4.3

Q.9 Technical Exhibit 1 Performance Requirements Summary: Item 5.1.5. “Zero instances of incompliant tests,” please define what is meant by “incompliant” in this term.

Q.9.A If laboratory tests abide by local, state, and federal regulations then the tests will be compliant.