First To Know Syphilis Tests and Controls Sets

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH), Office of Procurement and General Services, solicited bids through a Quick Quote for NowDiagnostics First To Know syphilis test kits and non-assayed syphilis control sets, with bids due October 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM through the eVA portal; that deadline has passed. DSBSD-certified micro businesses receive award priority on bids up to $10,000, and DSBSD-certified small businesses receive priority on bids not exceeding $100,000, provided the agency finds the price fair and reasonable. Otherwise, award goes to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation requests 241 units of Item #8057-1-12 (12 kits per case), 145 units of Item #8057-25-CP (25 kits per case), and non-assayed syphilis control sets. Products must be the NowDiagnostics First To Know line. Each bidder must provide a certified test report from a recognized independent testing laboratory or the manufacturer's quality control laboratory demonstrating full compliance with specifications. Standard Virginia terms apply, including insurance, drug-free workplace certification, anti-discrimination provisions, and Immigration Reform and Control Act compliance.

The contract period runs November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2027, with four one-year renewal options. Delivery is required within 14 calendar days after receipt of order to the VDH Division of Pharmacy Services at 7870 Villa Park Drive, Suite 300, Henrico, VA 23228, with 24-hour advance delivery notification. Henrico County and Roanoke City are listed as jurisdictions. Bids are firm unit price and remain valid for 90 days. A 1 percent vendor transaction fee applies per purchase order, capped at $500 for certified small businesses and $1,500 for other businesses. Payment is made upon acceptance, and valid invoices greater than $5,000 are submitted by the tenth of the month following service under Virginia's Prompt Payment Act.