6630--Intent to Sole Source - BLOOD GAS TESTING CPRR
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 NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242), has issued a Special Notice indicating its Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. This contract is for the supply of Siemens RP500 Whole Blood/Arterial Blood Gas/Critical Care Metabolites Analytical Analyzers on a cost-per-reportable basis. Interested parties capable of providing these services must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and capability data by April 7, 2026, at 16:00 EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Siemens RP500e Blood Gas Analyzers and associated services, including UPS units, initial warranty, and extended service. The procurement will operate on a cost-per-reportable basis. Specific deliverables include:
- Two (2) Siemens RP500e Blood Gas Analyzers, UPS Standard 120V, Warranty Service, and Extended Service for the Bronx location.
- Two (2) Siemens RP500e Blood Gas Analyzers, UPS Standard 120V, Warranty Service, and Extended Service for the Northport location.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (anticipated Requirements contract)
- Product Service Code: 6630 (Chemical Analysis Instruments)
- NAICS Code: 325413 (In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Set-Aside: None (intended sole source)
- Period of Performance: October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031 (five ordering periods).
- Published Date: March 26, 2026
- Expression of Interest (EOI) Due: April 7, 2026, at 16:00 EST
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for proposals or quotations, and no solicitation document currently exists. The government will consider Expressions of Interest (EOI) and capability data received by the deadline to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Responses must be emailed to Janelle.Bonafede@va.gov. Telephone or email inquiries regarding proposals or quotations will not be accepted. The determination not to compete is solely at the government's discretion.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Janelle Bonafede, Contracting Officer
- Email: Janelle.Bonafede@va.gov
- Phone: 716-862-7461 ext. 24570