Solicitation Histology Slide Processing

This solicitation seeks a contractor to provide histology slide processing services for the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System. The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking services including cutting, slide preparation, staining, and cover slipping of human tissues and biopsies. The contractor must pick up specimens from the VA facility and deliver finished slides within 18 hours, using validated protocols in accredited facilities. The response deadline is October 17, 2023. Performance will be monitored against key standards for on-time pickup and delivery, turnaround time, and quality of sample preparation.

The set-aside is designated for total small business. The projected period of performance is from December 2023 through December 2028. The estimated maximum value of orders under the contract is $1,500,000. The NAICS code is 541711 and PSC code is Q202. The place of performance is in the United States at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System facility. Pricing is requested for line items including slides per tissue block, additional cuts, decalcification, special stains, and pickup and delivery services.