6515--Immunoassay Quality Control Materials Butler VA Medical Center
Overview
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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 Butler VA Medical Center, is conducting a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for Immunoassay Quality Control Materials. This market research aims to gather information on firms capable of providing Bio-Rad Laboratories Quality Control reagents. Responses are due by March 4, 2026, at 4:00 pm EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for brand name Bio-Rad Laboratories Quality Control reagents, including various levels of Cardiac Marker Plus Control Lt, Multiqual Unassy, Liquichek Ethanol/Ammonia Control, Liquichek Urine Chem Control, Liquichek Immunoassay Plus, and Specialty Immunoassay Control. All items are for use by the Laboratory Medicine Service Department at the Butler VA Medical Center, located at 353 Duffy Road, Butler, PA 16001.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Market research for potential SDVOSB/VOSB set-aside (firms must be VetBiz verified). Socio-economic status questions are included for NAICS 334516.
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, 4:00 pm EST
- Published: March 3, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). Responses should include company name, address, point of contact, phone number, email address, DUNS Number, CAGE Code, and Tax ID Number. Additionally, a capability statement, relevant literature, and answers to socio-economic status questions (NAICS 334516) are required. Firms considering themselves SDVOSB/VOSB must be verified in the VetBiz Registry (http://www.vip.vetbiz.gov/). Submissions, including a Brochure/Specification Sheet for the product, must be sent via email to Keri Hester at keri.hester1@va.gov.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought/RFI for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation for bids, quotes, or proposals. No phone calls will be accepted regarding this requirement; all questions must be directed via email to the Contracting Officer.