6505--Fluorodeoxyglucose (F18-FDG) Doses for PET/CT Scans

The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Veterans Integrated Service Network 16 (VISN 16), is seeking a contractor to provide Fluorodeoxyglucose F-18 (FDG) radiopharmaceutical doses for PET/CT scans at the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. The solicitation is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items using simplified acquisition procedures, with solicitation number 36C25624Q1348. Prospective contractors must be licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission or an Agreement State and capable of removing all radioactive waste generated during service delivery. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed price basis, with the government intending to make an award without discussions if possible, though they reserve the right to conduct negotiations. Quotes are due by October 25, 2024, at 10:00 AM Central Time, with the solicitation following provisions in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2024-05.

This procurement is an unrestricted contract with a North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code of 325412 and a size standard of 1,300 employees. The contract structure includes a one-year base period with four potential one-year option periods, during which the contractor will be required to provide approximately 1,000 doses per year of 15 mCi F-18 FDG, delivered directly to the medical center. Additionally, the contractor may be asked to provide consultation services and dose management software/licensing if available. The place of performance is specifically located at 510 E Stoner Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101. While no incumbent contractor is mentioned in the documentation, the solicitation indicates a clear requirement for a specialized radiopharmaceutical supplier with nuclear regulatory compliance and the capability to manage radioactive medical materials.