H146--Hemodialysis Water Testing

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office is seeking hemodialysis water testing services for the VA Long Beach Healthcare System through Solicitation 36C26225Q0554. The contract requires a qualified laboratory to perform comprehensive water testing, including 63 monthly tests for Bacteria/Colony Count and LAL/Endotoxin on specific dialysis equipment such as B-Braun Dialog +, Phoenix 26X Gambro, and Millenium HX Reverse Osmosis machine. Contractors must meet strict performance standards, including providing detailed service reports, adhering to AAMI TIR-34 standards, and reporting test results within 48 hours for LAL Endotoxin and 3-4 days for Bacteria/Colony Count. Key laboratory accreditations including Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation (PJLA) and ISO/IEC 17025 are required for qualification. The solicitation evaluates offers prioritizing experience over price, with questions accepted until April 3, 2025, and final proposals due by May 1, 2025, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time.

The solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with a limitation that no more than 50% of the contract amount can be subcontracted to non-certified businesses. The contract will span five years, consisting of a one-year base period with four one-year option periods, with an estimated 800 tests per type annually. The place of performance is located at 5901 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA 90822, specifically within the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services) and Product Service Code H146 (Quality Control- Water Purification And Sewage Treatment Equipment). While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive testing requirements and multi-year contract structure suggest a substantial procurement opportunity for qualified SDVOSB contractors specializing in medical water testing services.