6515--648-26-1-9961-0056 NEW SLIDE STAINERS
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Portland VA Medical Center, requires a Slide Stainer, specified as "Brand Name or Equal to" the ELITech Aerospray Hematology Pro Slide Stainer. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due January 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The primary deliverable is a slide stainer system with specific salient characteristics. These include a loading capacity of 1-12 up to 30 slides, throughput up to 540 slides/hour, and compact dimensions (not more than 40 lbs, less than 23x11x23 inches). The system must offer dual capability for slide staining and cell preparation, user-friendly operation, and enhanced time efficiency. Key technical specifications include a centrifuge rotor speed range of 100-2000 rpm, processing capability of 115 slides/hour (expandable to 288), waste bottle and reagent line level detectors, and a rapid cycle time as low as 5 minutes. Automated nozzle cleaning, programmable functions for stain intensity, and laboratory compliance with traceability features are also required. The stainer should support regressive and progressive staining, consistent and reliable results, and facilitate comparison of slides from different labs, ensuring high-quality control and reduced labor costs. A waste container is also required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Delivery: Within 90 Days ARO (After Receipt of Order)
- Questions Due: January 20, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
- Offers Due: January 26, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Published: January 14, 2026
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated in accordance with FAR Part 25. Submission requirements include company details, UEI number, a completed Section B.3 Price/Cost Schedule, a completed Section D Buy American Certificate, and technical specifications for any "equal" products proposed.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates various FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5, as well as specific clauses related to Buy American, Security Prohibitions, and Administrative Contracting Officer. The place of performance is the VA Portland Medical Center, General Warehouse, 3710 S.W. Veterans Hospital Road, Portland OR 97239, US.