SAM #36C24926Q0233

Procurement of Advanced Instruments Osmo1 Single-Sample Micro-Osmometer for VA Medical Center Laboratory

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 9, is seeking to procure a laboratory instrument for clinical testing at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Mountain Home, Tennessee. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 9 (NCO 9) - Contracting office located in Murfreesboro, TN - OEM and Vendor Details: - Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM): Advanced Instruments - Only Advanced Instruments products are accepted; no substitutes allowed - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) Advanced Instruments Osmo1 Single-Sample Micro-Osmometer - Used for measuring osmolality in serum, urine, plasma, and other body fluids - Brand name only; no alternative brands or models permitted - Includes operator and technical/service manuals, and manufacturer-recommended maintenance schedules and procedures (both hard copy and digital formats if available) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict brand name requirement (Advanced Instruments Osmo1 only) - Device must support compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and College of American Pathologists (CAP) standards - Delivery is to the laboratory at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center - No additional equipment or services are being procured - Place of Performance/Delivery: - James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Corner of Lamont and Veterans Way, Mountain Home, TN 37684

Description

OSMO1 Osmometer for James H. Quillen VA Medical Center Background: The James H. Quillen VAMC P&LMS needs to purchase a replacement for an Osmo 1 Single-Sample Micro Osmometer to be used for the measurement of osmolality in serum/urine, plasma, and other body fluids to support patient care and meet Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and College of American Pathologists (CAP) requirements.

Osmolality testing is required for evaluation of electrolyte and water balance, toxic alcohol ingestion, and other critical clinical conditions. A dedicated micro osmometer is necessary to support current and projected testing volumes, reduce turnaround time, and improve accuracy and reliability of results. The current Osmometer used in the laboratory is outdated has reached its end-of-life, requiring replacement. There is an urgent need to secure a new, modern osmometer that meets current performance standards, improves reliability, and that will support the increase in workload.

Scope: This procurement is intended for the purchase and the acquisition of a new osmometer which is critical for the James H. Quillen VAMC to maintain high quality laboratory operations and ensure the timely delivery of accurate clinical test results.

Requirements: One (1) Advanced Instruments Osmo1 Single-Sample Micro-Osmometer This is Brand Name Procurement No substitutes will be accepted. No additional Optional Equipment, Accessories, or Service is required.

Documentation: The contractor shall provide the complete set of Operator s Manuals, Technical/Service Manuals, and Manufacturer Recommended Maintenance Schedules and Procedures in hard copy and digital, if available.

Delivery: The device shall be shipped to: James H. Quillen VA Medical Center Attn: Laboratory Chemistry Supervisor Corner of Lamont and Veterans Way Mountain Home, TN 37684.

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