6632--Chemistry CPRR with Automation

Sole Source Justification

This document provides a justification for a sole source acquisition under the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) ordering procedures, citing an emergency requirement for Clinical Chemistry and Immunochemistry cost-per-reportable-result (CPRR) services, including instrumentation and software. This is to support the Tampa VA Healthcare Network (TVAHCN) and its satellite locations.

• Emergency requirement for Clinical Chemistry and Immunochemistry CPRR.

• Integrated, automated platform for flexibility, simplicity, and improved productivity.

• Services include all support, equipment, reagents, controls, calibrators, consumables, and shipping necessary for instrument operation.

• Order is against FSS Contract Number: 36F79719D0024 with Abbott Laboratories, Inc.

• Period of Performance (POP): 04/01/2026 – 03/31/2027.

• The estimated value of the proposed action is redacted.

This document is a sole source justification, not a solicitation. It outlines the rationale for restricting competition.

Market research indicated no known Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) capable of supporting this requirement. The VA is using mandatory strategic sourcing FSC contracts (Schedule 65 and 66).

• The justification cites an urgent and compelling need due to the departure of the Contracting Officer, creating insufficient time for a longer-term solution.
• Failure to proceed with the current vendor could result in a systemic breakdown in patient testing and clinical service continuity, posing a risk to patient safety.
• The agency intends to pursue a more appropriate acquisition strategy for future needs, allowing adequate time for proposal development, contract award, and system deployment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Clinical Chemistry and Immunochemistry cost-per-reportable-result (CPRR) services with automation, instrumentation, and software for an integrated platform. The services are required for the Tampa VA Healthcare Network (TVAHCN) at multiple locations: James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, New Port Richey VA Outpatient Clinic, Lakeland Community-Based Outpatient Clinic, and Temple Terrace VA Clinic and Mental Health Facility.

• Provision of Clinical Chemistry and Immunochemistry CPRR services.

• Supply of instrumentation, software, and automation for an integrated laboratory platform.

• Maintenance and upgrades for hardware and software.

• Provision of reagents, calibrators, and quality control materials.

• All consumables and replacement parts necessary for equipment operation.

• Compliance with Federal, State, local, FDA, and manufacturer guidelines.

• A comprehensive list of required tests and their estimated annual volumes is provided.

• The contractor must supply reagents for instrument verification and test method validation at no additional cost.

• The contractor must provide or reimburse costs for alternative testing if a defined test is unavailable.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 04/01/2026 – 03/31/2027.

• Award Number: 36F79719D0024 36C24826N0460.

• Award Amount: $3,378,770.75.

• Award Date: 03-31-2026.

• Awardee: ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC.

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• The document includes extensive lists of required reagents, consumables, and equipment specifications.
• It details requirements for system data management, preventative maintenance, service, support, delivery, inspection, acceptance, training, regulatory compliance, and records management.
• The VA will furnish certain equipment at the Lakeland and Temple Terrace locations, which the contractor must service.
• Downtime definitions and performance standards are outlined.