SAM #36C26126Q0838

Sole Source Notice: Oncotype DX Genomic Cancer Assay Testing Services by Genomic Health, Inc.

This notice announces the Department of Veterans Affairs' intent to award a sole source contract to Genomic Health, Inc. for Oncotype DX genomic cancer assay testing services. - Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21), VA Northern California Health Care System - Vendor/OEM: Genomic Health, Inc. (Redwood City, CA) - Services required: - Oncotype DX Breast, Colon, and DCIS genomic cancer assay testing - Includes specimen kits, preanalytic processing, analysis, interpretation support, reporting, consultation, supply provision, specimen preservation, and communication with VA laboratories - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Sole source justification under FAR 6.302-1; Genomic Health, Inc. is the only responsible source - NAICS code: 621511 (Medical Laboratories); Product Service Code: Q301 (Medical, Reference Laboratory) - Contract emphasizes timely reporting, professional licensing, confidentiality, federal compliance, and government data ownership - Billing is monthly based on services performed, with detailed invoicing requirements

Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, is issuing this Notice of Intent (NOI) to inform industry contractors of the Government s intent to execute a Sole Source Award under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 6 Competition Requirements, specifically FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

The intended contractor is Genomic Health, Inc., located at 301 Penobscot Dr., Redwood City, CA, 94063.

The Department of Veterans Affairs Sierra Nevada Health Care System (VASNHCS) is seeking to negotiate a sole source award to Genomic Health, Inc. for Oncotype DX Breast, Colon, and DCIS genomic testing including specimen kits, analysis, interpretation support, reporting, and consultation services.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is, 621511 Medical Laboratories. Product and Service Code for this requirement is Q301 Medical, Reference Laboratory. The Small Business Administration (SBA) size standard for this sector is $41.5 Million.

This notice of intent is neither a formal solicitation nor a request for competitive proposals. No solicitation document is available and telephone requests will not be honored. No award will be made on the basis of unsolicited quotations or offers received in response to this notice. Any response to this notice must show clear, compelling and convincing evidence that competition will be advantageous to the Government. The intent of this synopsis is for informational purposes only. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this action based on this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.

All inquiries and concerns must be addressed in writing via e-mail to Wayne Geschwindt at wayne.geschwindt@va.gov with 36C26126Q0838 Oncotype DX Genomic Cancer Assay Testing Services referenced in the subject line. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed procurement based on the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

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