6640--FY26 Specialized Biocardis PCR Testing CPT
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- 36C24825Q1196
- Agency
- Veterans Integrated Service Network 8 Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6640 Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Points of contact
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- Marcus Lewis marcus.lewis2@va.gov (813) 940-0316
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 8 has published a Special Notice announcing its intent to sole source a contract for specialized Biocartis PCR testing services. The contract will be awarded to Veteran Healthcare Supply Solutions for providing FDA-approved, brand-specific Biocartis PCR-based instrumentation and reagents at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital. This procurement involves critical genetic testing capabilities for BRAF Mutation, EGFR Mutation, and Microsatellite Instability (MSI) testing, which are essential for oncology diagnosis and treatment planning. The solicitation number is 36C24825Q1196 and falls under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. The contracting office is located in Tampa, Florida, and the primary point of contact is Contracting Officer Marcus Lewis.
The primary objective of this Special Notice is to secure specialized genetic testing instrumentation and reagents that are critical for veteran healthcare services, particularly in oncology applications. The sole source justification is based on Biocartis designating Veteran Healthcare Supply Solutions as their exclusive authorized distributor, with the manufacturer refusing to provide support or honor warranties for purchases from unauthorized entities. Interested vendors have until September 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time to submit detailed capability statements if they believe they can meet the specified requirements. While this is not a competitive proposal request, the agency will review and consider any capability statements received before finalizing the sole source award decision. The procurement aims to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality genetic testing services for veteran patients while maintaining FDA compliance and manufacturer warranty support.
Notice text
Notice of Intent to Sole Source
Subject: Intent to Sole Source to Veteran Healthcare Supply Solutions
James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital intends to award a sole source contract to Veteran Healthcare Supply Solutions. The primary reason for this decision is that Veteran Healthcare Supply Solutions is uniquely qualified to provide FDA-approved, brand-specific Biocartis PCR-based instrumentation and reagents necessary for critical genetic testing for BRAF Mutation, EGFR Mutation, and Microsatellite Instability (MSI). These tests are essential for the diagnosis and treatment planning of various medical conditions, particularly in the field of oncology.
Veteran Healthcare Supply Solutions will provide FDA-approved, brand-specific, fully automated Biocartis PCR-based instrumentation and reagents necessary for performing BRAF Mutation, EGFR Mutation, and Microsatellite Instability (MSI) testing using contractor-owned instrumentation.
7. Justification for Sole Source:
The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Biocartis has designated the VHSS as their sole authorized distributor. Biocartis will not provide support or honor warranty if the items are purchased from any unauthorized entity.
This notice of intent to sole source is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any interested vendors who believe they can meet the specified requirements may submit detailed capability statements. All submissions must clearly demonstrate their ability to provide the required services and products. Responses received will be reviewed and considered prior to finalizing the sole source award decision.
Contact Information: For questions or additional details, please contact the Contracting Officer at [Marcus.Lewis2@va.gov].
By proceeding with this sole source procurement to Veteran Healthcare Supply Solutions, the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital aims to ensure the highest quality of genetic testing services for our veteran patients, maintaining uninterrupted and efficient diagnostic operations.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 36C24825Q1196.docx | DOCX document |
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