6515--Equipment: Automated Osmometer

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial products, issued as a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The North Florida / South Georgia VA Healthcare System Cardiology Department requires the procurement of one (1) Automated Osmometer, including all necessary accessories and components.

• One (1) Automated Osmometer (Brand Name or Equal).

• Equipment must meet or exceed the following specifications:

  • Operating Features: Ability to use various primary tube sizes, continuous loading, performs replicates using the same tube, results within 4 minutes, minimum sample volume of 170uL, built-in quality control software, ability to connect to other systems, supports barcoding.
  • Analyzer Performance: Measuring range of 0-2000mOsm/kg H2O, specific accuracy and within-run precision requirements.
  • Software, Connectivity and Conformance: Capable of connecting to equipment/software systems, monitors instrument performance, alerts for out-of-range QC.

• Warranty: Manufacturer's warranty required.

• Training: One (1) day of onsite training.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is anticipated within 30-45 Days ARO.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Vendor Questions: Submit via email to scott.brickey@va.gov no later than Tuesday, May 19, 2026, by 2:30 PM.

• Quote Submission: Submit via email only to scott.brickey@va.gov no later than Tuesday, May 26, 2026, by 4:30 PM.

• Evaluation Criteria: Best-value basis, considering Technical, Delivery, and Price. Technical and Delivery combined are more important than Price.

• This solicitation is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).

• Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database.

• All clauses are current through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01.

• Delivery Destination: Malcom Randall VA Medical Center Warehouse, 1601 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Brand Name or Equal requirement for one (1) Automated Osmometer for the North Florida / South Georgia VA Healthcare System Pathology and Laboratory Department. The new equipment is needed to ensure continuity of care.

• Procurement of one (1) Automated Osmometer.

• The osmometer simplifies and speeds osmolality testing, reducing manual steps and variability.

• Not specified in this document.

• Response Date/Time: 05-26-2026 4:30 PM EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA

• Solicitation Number: 36C24826Q0686

• Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), Gainesville, FL 32601.

• Point of Contact: Scott K. Brickey, scott.brickey@va.gov, 352-283-2837.

• Set-Aside: SDVOSBC (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business)

• NAICS Code: 334510

• Product Service Code: 6515

• Place of Performance: Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, FL 32608.

• Additional details are available in the attached document: 36C24826Q0686.