6630--Histology Immunohistolochemical Instrumentation annual test counts added

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration is seeking a comprehensive contract for automated immunohistochemical and special staining laboratory instrumentation at the Hershel "Woody" Williams VA Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia. The solicitation requires a fully automated immunohistochemical (IHC) staining instrument and a fully automated special staining instrument with specific technical capabilities, including walk-away automation, bar code-driven systems, and multiparameter staining functionalities. The contract will cover all reagents, consumables, testing materials, quality controls, repairs, preventative maintenance, instrument setup, training, and technical support. Vendors must submit their responses via email to Rebecca Gobble by June 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing and uses product service code 6630 for Chemical Analysis Instruments.

The contract is structured as a base year with four additional one-year option periods, running from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2030, with a cost per reportable slide/test arrangement. The anticipated annual volume includes 900 immunohistochemical tests and 225 special stains at the Huntington, WV facility located at 1540 Spring Valley Dr. There are no specific set-aside designations for this solicitation, indicating open competition among qualified vendors. The instruments must meet extensive requirements, including FDA/IVD approval and the ability to perform a wide range of immunohistochemical and special stains. The vendor will be responsible for providing one training slot, conducting preventive maintenance visits, offering on-site repair services, and maintaining technical support throughout the contract period. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract's comprehensive nature and multi-year structure suggest a significant potential contract value for the selected vendor.