6550--NEW - STX Flow Cytometry Rgts/Consumables
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically Network Contracting Office 17, has awarded an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract (36C25726D0070) to BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY. This contract is for the provision of Flow Cytometry Reagents and Consumables to support the South Texas VA Health Care System. The IDIQ has a maximum aggregate value of $2,100,000.00 over five ordering periods. A first delivery order (36C25726N0329) under this IDIQ has been placed, valued at $317,302.40.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the supply of name brand BD reagents and supplies for Flow Cytometry testing, specifically compatible with the BD FACS Canto II instrument. Reagents must be ready-to-use, FDA approved, and meet regulatory guidelines. The contractor is responsible for maintaining a continuously stocked inventory and providing emergency orders within 24 hours. All services must comply with AABB and CAP standards.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Single Award, Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).
- Awardee: BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY
- Guaranteed Minimum: $1,000.00
- Maximum Aggregate Value (IDIQ): $2,100,000.00
- Period of Performance (IDIQ): Five one-year ordering periods, from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2031.
- First Delivery Order (36C25726N0329) Value: $317,302.40 for Ordering Period 1 (May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 325413 (In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing)
- Delivery: FOB Destination to South Texas VA Health Care System, Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans' Hospital.
Additional Notes
Invoices are to be submitted monthly via the Tungsten Network. The Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) is Susana Lara Cruz, and the Contracting Officer is Robyn Nussbaum.