6640-- Histology Microtomes

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the VISN 5 Network Contracting Office, is seeking to procure two fully automated histology microtomes and accessories for the Martinsburg VA Medical Center's Histology Laboratory. The solicitation (36C24525Q0552) requires vendors to provide a HistoCore AUTOCUT Config. 1 microtome with specific technical specifications, including precise sectioning capabilities, ergonomic design, and comprehensive safety features. Vendors must submit electronic quotations to Ryan Singletary at Ryan.Singletary@va.gov by June 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, with the solicitation number referenced in the email subject line. The evaluation will focus on the lowest-priced quotation that meets all requirements specified in Attachment A and demonstrates compliance with technical specifications. Eligible vendors must provide brand name or equal products that meet salient characteristics, with no gray market or remanufactured items accepted.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS Code 334516 with a size standard of 1,000 employees. The contract will be awarded as a single Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract, with delivery of the microtomes and accessories required within 30 days of award to 510 Butler Avenue, Martinsburg, WV 25405. The place of performance is the Martinsburg VA Medical Center's Histology Laboratory, specifically Room 2D1142 in Building 500. Vendors must provide comprehensive training and manufacturer's warranty with the equipment. While specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement involves two units of highly specialized laboratory equipment, and vendors must demonstrate that their proposed equipment meets or exceeds all stated technical requirements in their submission.