6550-- TESTING for IHC, ISH, FISH, NGS and Flow Cytometry

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment A.xlsx", functions as a Pricing Sheet or Bill of Materials for specific medical tests and panels. It outlines the required items for a base period and four subsequent option periods.

• CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers): Each medical test or panel is assigned a unique CLIN.
• Brand Name: All listed items specify "NEOGENOMICS" as the brand name.
• Nomenclature: Detailed names for various tests and panels are provided, including molecular tests, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and other specialized stains (e.g., (T) DDIT3 (CHOP)(12q13), (P) AML MRD Flow Panel, (T) HER2 Breast, (T) PD-L1 22C3 FDA for NSCLC, Calcium stain, Periodic Acid Schiff for Fungus (PASF)).
• Salient Characteristics: For all items, the document directs bidders to "See SOW" (Statement of Work) for detailed specifications and requirements.
• Quantity: Specific quantities are listed for each test/panel, which are consistent across the base period and all four option periods.
• Unit Price & Extended Price: These fields are currently set to "0.0", indicating they are placeholders for bidders to complete with their proposed pricing.

This attachment is essential for bidders to prepare their financial proposals. Vendors must use this sheet to submit their unit and extended prices for each listed medical test and panel for both the base and all option periods. Bidders should refer to the main Statement of Work (SOW) for the detailed technical specifications and performance requirements associated with each item to ensure compliance and accurate pricing.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To award a single contract for laboratory testing on samples with stat requirements, prioritizing specimen stability, viability, and urgent testing needs for all facilities within VISN22.

• Provide specimen collection materials, transportation, and storage for all test orders, including those with hazardous chemicals.

• Offer courier transportation with established pick-up times.

• Conduct monthly reports and business reviews, including statistical analysis of workload, test volumes, and monitoring of ordering trends.

• Perform a full range of reference laboratory services, including transportation of specimens, analytical testing, and reporting of results.

• Services apply to VA Medical Centers, Outpatient Clinics (OPC), and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) within VISN22.

• Potential to add new facilities within California, Arizona, or New Mexico, with pricing adhering to the established Price Schedule.

• Sample Processing: Provide collection materials and transport/storage to ensure specimen integrity.

• Specimen Testing: Perform requested patient specimen testing.

• Specimen Storage: Store specimens for a minimum of seven (7) days after reporting.

• STAT Testing: Provide STAT testing with a turnaround time of less than 24 hours. Specific technical-only stains (CPT codes 88341, 88342, 88344, 88360) must be returned within one business day.

• Patient Test Report: Provide comprehensive reports including patient details, test results, reference intervals, critical values, and any other relevant information. Results must be retrievable via a Secure Web Portal and can also be sent via fax.

• Client Services: Offer 24/7 support for inquiries regarding test availability, specimen handling, transport, testing, and supply ordering. Provide access to medical experts for test interpretation and recommendations during normal business hours.

• Business Review Report: Provide an annual review with actionable recommendations for improvement, including test ordering trends, TAT overviews, exception reports, and cost analyses.

• Courier Services: Provide specimen pickup and transport with special handling procedures, adhering to all relevant regulations for hazardous materials and biological substances.

• The contract covers all facilities within VISN22, which includes locations in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

• Licensure: Laboratories must be fully licensed/accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and certified under CLIA '88.

• Data Security: Compliance with HIPAA provisions and adherence to VA Information Technology Security requirements.

• Personnel Security: Adherence to security requirements in the approved MOU/ISA.

• Contractor's Program Manager: A designated Program Manager responsible for managing contract performance.

• Invoicing & Payment: Monthly invoicing required, with payment made in arrears. No advance payments. Registration on SAM.gov and DUNS number required.

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought

This document is a Request for Information (RFI) and Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation. Its purpose is to gather market information on potential sources capable of providing testing services for IHC, ISH, FISH, NGS, and Flow Cytometry at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 22 Network Contracting Office, is seeking this information for planning acquisition decisions, which may lead to a future solicitation.

The VA is seeking sources for testing services including:

• IHC (Immunohistochemistry)
• ISH (In Situ Hybridization)
• FISH (Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization)
• NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing)
• Flow Cytometry

FAR Clause 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal applies. Any "equal to" items must meet all salient characteristics.

This is for a potential base period plus four option year procurement. No specific contract type, period of performance, or estimated value is provided in this RFI.

Interested sources must submit responses via email to Carlos.Magana@va.gov by 9 AM PST on February 6, 2026. Telephone responses will not be accepted.

Responses should include:

• Company name, address, point of contact.
• Business size classification (SDVOSB, VOSB, Hubzone, WOSB, Large Business, etc.) relative to NAICS 325413 (size standard 1,250 employees).
• Whether the company is a manufacturer or distributor.
• If a small business distributor, details on any alteration, assembly, or modification of items.
• Information on existing federal contracts (FSS GSA/NASA SEWP/NAC, etc.) and if the items are available on schedule.
• Capabilities regarding salient characteristics and "equal to" items, providing clear evidence of meeting requirements.
• Unofficial pricing is encouraged but not required.

Respondents are asked to identify their business size and type (SDVOSB, VOSB, Hubzone, WOSB, Large Business). The NAICS code is 325413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees.

• This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or offer.
• Responses are not offers and cannot be accepted to form a binding contract.
• Responders are responsible for all associated costs.
• No remanufactured or gray market items/supplies will be accepted.
• Interested parties must be authorized resellers, distributors, or dealers of the OEM and may need to provide authorization letters.
• Responses to this RFI do not guarantee inclusion on a bidder's list or receipt of a future solicitation.
• Reference number: 36C26226Q0329.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, number 36C26226Q0329, is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 22, located in Long Beach, CA. The purpose is to procure services related to testing for IHC, ISH, FISH, NGS, and Flow Cytometry.

The specific requirements and deliverables are detailed in the attached documents, including a Statement of Work (SOW) and Attachment A. The Product Service Code is 6550, and the NAICS Code is 325413.

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Proposals or quotes are due by February 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM Pacific Time, Los Angeles, USA. The contracting office address is 4811 Airport Plaza Drive, Suite 600, Long Beach CA 90815.

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Bidders are directed to review the attached documents for comprehensive details. These include "RFI Doc," "SOW," and "Attachment A." The Place of Performance is the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90073.