Laboratory Automation System

Added: May 08, 2014 5:51 pm NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD LIMITED SOURCE



Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) intends to award a limited source, firm fixed price, contract for commercial lease of Architect ci8200. The fully automated system is inclusive of installation, middleware, service support, warranty, and staff training.



GSA Vendor: Abbott Laboratories, Inc. 100 Abbott Park Road, Abbott Park, IL 60064



GSA Contract: V797P-7335A



Performance Period: Base year + Four One-Year Options



Authority: Federal Acquisition Regulation 8.405-6 (Limiting Sources); FAR 8.405-6 (a)(1)(i)(B) - Only one source.



NAICS: 334516/Size Standard: 500 EMP



Requirement is for accelerator laboratory system with storage and retrieval module (15,300+ capacity) with preanalytic, postanalytic, and sample transport functionality; capable of integrating with expert software systems (Informatics) providing real-time monitoring and remote diagnostics, user-defined, rules based decisions. Interface capability with Architect Plus Ci8200. Instrument Manager, middleware solution to facilitate multiple instrument capability with auto verification, reflex ordering and delta checking features. Direct track "point in Space" (analytical aspiration directly from automation line). Radio-Frequency Identification for specimen tracking. Automation system and analyzer capability to accommodate multiple sizes and types avoids the need to aliquot samples. System Service (One PM w/PM tools based on LEAN Principles).



This notice is not a request for competitive quotes; however, any Federal Supply Schedule Contractor that believes it can meet the requirements may give written notification prior to the response due date and time. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to perform the requirement. Responses received will be evaluated; however, a determination by the Government not to compete the proposed procurement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. If no responses are received, the Government will proceed with the award. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.



Responses are due by May 15, 2014, 6:00 p.m. (EST). Responses shall be submitted via e-mail to rosa.rivera3@va.gov. Subject line for all correspondence: FSS Limited Source Intent VA248-14-Q-1037. Telephone requests or inquires will not be accepted.



Contract Supervisor: Daniel Pontoriero, Daniel.pontoriero@va.gov, 321-397-6687.