J065--Agilent Crosslab Silver Diagnostic Service Plan | New Base+4 Ann Arbor VAMC

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 10 is soliciting an annual service and maintenance agreement for an Agilent Artisan Link Pro Stain System at the Ann Arbor VAMC. The procurement requires a comprehensive service package that includes 24/7 phone support, supply of OEM non-refurbished parts, emergency repair response within 24 hours, and a 98% uptime guarantee. Contractors must demonstrate Agilent certification for all service personnel and comply with CLIA certification and Joint Commission or College of American Pathology accreditation standards. The contract will be awarded using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, with vendors required to respond to five evaluation factors covering support capabilities, parts supply, emergency response, uptime guarantees, and personnel certification. The questions deadline is March 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST, with proposals due on March 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT.

This is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside designation, and no incumbent contractor is identified in the available documentation. The contract will be structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement for a five-year period consisting of one base year (March 16, 2026 to March 15, 2027) plus four option years. Contractors must maintain medical liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and comply with VA information security and privacy requirements, including data breach notification within 24 hours and liquidated damages of $37.50 per affected individual for breaches. Service will be performed at the Ann Arbor VAMC with unlimited service visits Monday through Friday from 4:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time, excluding federal holidays. Interested vendors must submit responses electronically to Michael.Groneman@va.gov and Andrew.Arnst@va.gov with the solicitation number 36C25026Q0256 in the subject line.