6550--hemochron signature elite reagents base plus 4 option years

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 is seeking a single vendor to supply Hemochron Signature Elite Reagents, including ACT Low Range test cuvettes, Direct Check Abnormal and Normal ACT reagents, and Hemochron JACT test components. The solicitation (36C26226Q0159) is for a firm-fixed price contract structured with a base year plus four option years, running from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2030. Vendors must provide FDA-approved reagents that are compatible with existing Hemochron Signature Elite Instruments and deliver supplies within four working days under normal circumstances, with emergency delivery capabilities available. Award will be made to the lowest-priced quotation that meets all Statement of Work requirements, with evaluation based on pricing submissions and vendor narratives demonstrating compliance with the technical specifications outlined in the solicitation documents. The response deadline is December 17, 2025, with electronic quotes required to be submitted to Rebecca Gaba, the primary contract specialist for the VA Network Contracting Office 22 located in Long Beach, California.

This is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside designation, meaning all vendors meeting the qualifications are eligible to compete. The specific award value and total contract amount are not disclosed in the solicitation documents provided. The procurement requires delivery of specified quantities of medical reagents and test cuvettes across five separate line items within each contract year, with quantities ranging from 14 to 70 units per line item depending on the specific product. Delivery will occur at the VA Southern Arizona Healthcare System located at 3601 S 6th Ave, Tucson, Arizona 85723, with all deliveries required during standard working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Arizona time, Monday through Friday. Vendors must maintain proper packaging and provide expedited replacements for any defective supplies to ensure continuity of service for the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service.