Opportunity
SAM #36C24726q0741
Sole Source Procurement for Automated Chemistry and Immunochemistry Laboratory Systems and Services at VA Columbia, SC
Buyer
VANCO 7
Posted
July 16, 2026
Respond By
July 23, 2026
Identifier
36C24726q0741
NAICS
334516, 325413, 423490
This notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 07, announces a sole source procurement for fully automated chemistry and immunochemistry laboratory instrumentation and related services for the William Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, SC. - Sole source, firm fixed price contract for integrated clinical laboratory analyzers and automation systems - Includes chemistry/immunochemistry analyzers, specimen processing automation, specimen management, and robotics - Equipment must be FDA approved and support a comprehensive test menu - Continuous supply of reagents, standards, controls, consumables, and replacement parts - Includes biotin-free/biotin-resistant reagents and IDMS traceable creatinine reagent - Middleware management system with HL7 communication, auto-validation, inventory management, and remote access - Ancillary support equipment: cabinetry, water systems, printers, universal interface equipment, UPS with line conditioner - Services include: - Operator training and annual refresher courses - 24/7 emergency repair and preventative maintenance with remote diagnostics - Hardware/software upgrades and updates at no additional cost - Contract period: 5 years, starting February 11, 2027, with ongoing support, maintenance, and training - Opportunity is for Columbia, SC VA Medical Center; no specific OEM or vendor named in the notice - NAICS code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing); PSC code: 6630 (Chemical Analysis Instruments) - No set-aside indicated; sole source justification likely based on unique requirements and integration needs
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