Request for Information (RFI) - VISN 1 New England Laboratory/Pharmacy Courier Service
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 36C24126Q0067
- Agency
-
Veterans Integrated Service Network 1
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 492110 Couriers and Express Delivery Services
- Place of performance
- West Haven, Connecticut 06516, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 1 (VISN 1) is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding laboratory and pharmacy courier services through a Request for Information (RFI #36C24126Q0067). The primary objective is to gather market intelligence on current capabilities, best practices, and potential challenges associated with transporting lab specimens, medical supplies, and related materials between various VISN 1 facilities and laboratories. This RFI is issued solely for planning and information purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation, though responses will inform the development of a potential future solicitation. The information gathering process aims to help the government refine procurement strategy and establish realistic requirements before issuing a formal solicitation. Interested vendors must submit responses by November 24, 2025 at 4:30 PM.
This procurement opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), limiting eligibility to firms meeting this certification requirement. The government has provided supporting documentation including a courier service request form and a price breakdown by location attachment to assist potential respondents in understanding the scope and geographic distribution of requirements. While specific award values and contract timelines are not detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, the inclusion of a detailed price breakdown by location suggests the government has identified multiple service delivery points across the VISN 1 network. This RFI represents an important opportunity for SDVOSB firms to establish early engagement with the Veterans Health Administration and position themselves competitively for the anticipated formal solicitation.
Notice text
The intent of this Request for Information (RFI) is to gather information that can help shape the procurement strategy, understand market capabilities, and refine requirements before issuing a formal solicitation.
Request for Information (RFI) for Lab Courier Services
RFI# 36C24126Q0067
Issue Date: 11/07/2025
Response Deadline: 11/24/2025 at 4:30 PM
Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business
The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 1 is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding Lab/Pharmacy Courier Services. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses to this RFI will be used to gather information that will inform the development of a potential future solicitation for lab courier services.
- Background: VISN 1 requires reliable and timely courier services to transport lab specimens, medical supplies, and related materials between various facilities and laboratories. This RFI aims to understand the current market capabilities, best practices, and potential challenges associated with providing these services
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFI - Courier Svc - FR.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment A - Price Breakdown by location v2.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet |
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