Agilent seahorse XF flex analyzer system

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 21 is soliciting quotes for an Agilent Seahorse XF Flex Analyzer System to support the Northern California VA Medical Center's translational oncology and immunometabolism research capabilities. The procurement includes the primary analyzer unit with manufacturer installation, a CrossLab Silver 5-year service agreement, a 3D Capture Flpk-L component, three Seahorse XF Cell Mito Stress Test Kits, and special handling and shipping services. This is a brand name only requirement, as market research determined that the Agilent Seahorse XF24 Flex is the sole platform capable of providing simultaneous, real-time measurement of mitochondrial respiration in a 24-well format compatible with patient-derived cells. Price serves as the sole evaluation factor for this procurement. Vendors must submit quotes via email to Contracting Officer Leah Smith by November 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM PST, and all vendors except the Original Equipment Manufacturer must provide an Authorized Distributor Letter.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with a 1000-employee size standard. A sources sought notice posted on SAM.gov from November 3 through November 7, 2025 identified multiple small business distributors as potential sources, including TEVET LLC, ACCUGOV INC, and NETA SCIENTIFIC INC. The estimated contract value and specific budget allocation have been redacted from the available documentation. The goods will be delivered to the Northern California VA Medical Center located in Mather, California, with the country of origin confirmed as the United States, indicating this is a domestic procurement.