6515--Pathology Tissue Processor - VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4, has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for the procurement of a new Pathology Tissue Processor for the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System Pathology and Histology Laboratories. The full solicitation is anticipated to be a 100% Small Business Set-Aside and is expected to be posted on or about March 10, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This pre-solicitation announces the VA's intent to purchase a new Pathology Tissue Processor. This equipment is essential for the Pathology and Histology Laboratories at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, supporting critical diagnostic and research functions.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Pre-Solicitation Notice
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about March 10, 2026
- Response Date for this Notice: March 13, 2026, 3:30 PM ET
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,000 employees)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 - Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies
Key Actions for Bidders
Potential offerors are responsible for actively monitoring the SAM.gov Contract Opportunities website for the release of the full solicitation package and any subsequent amendments. It is crucial to download all relevant documents directly from SAM.gov. All interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov prior to any potential award.
Important Notes
This notice serves as a pre-solicitation and does not obligate the Government to award a contract, nor does it commit the Government to pay for any proposal preparation costs. The issuance of this notice does not guarantee that a solicitation will be issued. No further information is available until the official solicitation is released.
Contact Information
- Contracting Specialist: Stanley Kwasny
- Email: stanley.kwasny@va.gov
- Phone: (412) 822-3781