Q523--Cell Saver Services for the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office is seeking proposals for Autologous Transfusion (Cell Saver) Services to support the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS). The procurement covers comprehensive cell saver services including basic autotransfusion for high blood loss procedures such as cardiac, vascular, trauma, and transplant surgeries, as well as mini autotransfusion for procedures with nominal to moderate blood loss. Contractors must provide all necessary equipment, disposable supplies, setup and takedown services, and qualified personnel including registered nurses or certified technicians. The contract will operate under a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-quantity structure with rigorous performance metrics requiring 100% compliance across multiple service areas including equipment management, response times, personnel qualifications, and reporting requirements. Proposals must be submitted by October 29, 2025, at 12:00 PM PST to the contracting officer Danielle Trudeau.

This opportunity is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside under NAICS code 622110. The contract features a base performance period from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, with four additional one-year option periods extending through 2030. The total estimated contract value reaches up to $47 million over the entire performance period, with services priced across multiple line items covering standard and after-hours procedures, additional technician time, cancellation fees, and 24/7 management coverage. Performance will take place at the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System facilities, with the contractor required to maintain continuous service availability and meet stringent quality standards throughout the contract duration.