J066--Akoya Phenolmager System Services

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 1, a civilian agency, has issued a Special Notice for Akoya Phenolmager System Services at the VA Vermont Healthcare System. The notice indicates an intent to award a contract on a sole source basis, which means the agency plans to negotiate directly with a specific vendor. The opportunity is classified under NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, with a Product Service Code (PSC) of J066 for maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment. This Special Notice is not a formal solicitation but serves as a notification of the agency's procurement intentions. The notice was posted on May 14, 2025, with a response deadline of May 23, 2025.

The primary purpose of this Special Notice is to communicate the Department of Veterans Affairs' intention to negotiate a requirement for Akoya Phenolmager System Services using the authority outlined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b), which allows solicitation from a single source. Contractors interested in this opportunity are advised that the determination to conduct a competitive procurement remains solely at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Potential respondents can contact the Contracting Officer, Tara Dossiema, via email at Tara.Dossiema@va.gov for further information. While no specific set-aside has been designated for this procurement, interested parties should carefully review the attached government file (36C24125Q0476.docx) for additional details. The notice emphasizes that this is an informational document and not a formal solicitation, and any potential contractors should pay close attention to the specified deadlines and communication guidelines.