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VA Awards Sole-Source Service Contract for Cepheid GeneXpert Diagnostic Systems

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network/Program Contracting Office 16 has awarded a sole-source contract for GeneXpert equipment services to Cepheid Corporation, supporting the VISN 16 Southeast Louisiana VA Health Care System. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network/Program Contracting Office 16, VISN 16 Southeast Louisiana VA Health Care System - OEM Highlight: - Cepheid Corporation is the sole-source OEM for the GeneXpert XVI and GeneXpert Infinity diagnostic systems - Products/Services Requested: - Maintenance, calibration, and support services for: - GeneXpert XVI (1 unit) - GeneXpert Infinity (1 unit) - Service agreement includes: - Software updates and system enhancements - Application usage maintenance - Database management, backup, and recovery - 24-hour technical support - Notable Requirements: - Services are critical for COVID-19 diagnostic testing - Contract ensures uninterrupted, accurate diagnostics through OEM support - Sole-source justification due to proprietary technology and support requirements - Contract Value and Duration: - Estimated total value: $299,516 - 12-month base period with three option years

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