6632--Tissue Processors for VISN 22
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Fit reasons
- 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), Network Contracting Office 22, is soliciting proposals for Tissue Processors and Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) for various VA Histology Departments across VISN 22 facilities. This unrestricted, open-market solicitation aims to procure new, current model equipment for processing tissue specimens. The contract will be a one-time, firm-fixed-price award. Offers are due Monday, June 01, 2026, at 07:00 AM PDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes:
- Tissue Processors: Must be the newest and most current model, standard product of the manufacturer, with internal software for performance monitoring. Equipment must fit within a 3x3 ft laboratory space, be compatible with existing Sakura Tissue-Tek embedding centers, manage reagent rotation, accommodate up to 300 cassettes per run (600 total with two instruments), and allow for xylene-free processing. Power requirement is single phase, 115 VAC ± 10%, 50/60 Hz, 12 A.
- Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS): One UPS per instrument, line-interactive, providing power for a minimum of 20 minutes after power failure, with audible, low battery, and overload alarms. Output operation voltage (Max) 120 V.
- Accessories: All necessary accessories for operation must be included.
- Repair & Maintenance Services: A minimum one-year agreement covering preventative maintenance, software upgrades, telephone/email support (less than 8-hour response), and on-site service calls (less than 24-hour response).
- Pre-Installation Assessment: Vendor to provide manuals, environmental requirements, and maintenance details.
- Training: Instrument training on operation, data manipulation, and basic troubleshooting for at least two operators per facility.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Product Service Code: 6632 (Analysis Instruments, Medical Laboratory Use).
- NAICS Code: 334516.
- Period of Performance: Delivery and installation within 90 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Place of Performance: VISN 22 Sites.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: Monday, June 01, 2026, at 07:00 AM PDT.
- Questions Due: Thursday, May 21, 2026, by 07:00 AM PST.
- Submission Method: Proposals and questions must be submitted via email only to Marcos.Diaz@va.gov.
- Format: Adobe or Microsoft Office Word Format.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the solicitation and offers the lowest price. Price is the sole evaluation factor.
Additional Notes
This is a brand name or equal procurement; equal products must meet the salient characteristics. Offerors must complete and submit specific forms and information as detailed in Section E.1 of the solicitation.