6640--Bio-Rad BioPlex 2200 at Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS)
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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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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) is soliciting quotations for a Bio-Rad BioPlex 2200 Analyzer System and comprehensive support services for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) in Little Rock, AR. This is an Unrestricted combined synopsis/solicitation for a Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity contract. Quotations are due by July 3, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the BioPlex 2200 Analyzer System, which must be FDA-cleared, fully automated, random access, and capable of multiplex ANA testing and multiplex infectious disease serology on a single platform. The scope also includes all necessary reagents, controls, calibrators, consumables, and software. Comprehensive support is required, encompassing installation, validation, training, maintenance, and technical support. The system must integrate with the Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA/CPRS) for automated result transmission. Alternative FDA-cleared equipment capable of performing the specified tests will also be considered.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity.
- Period of Performance: Five (5) years, from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2031, consisting of a base period and four option years.
- Estimated Value: Maximum aggregate value of orders is $850,000.00, with a guaranteed minimum award of $125.00.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1000 employees.
- Place of Performance: Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans' Hospital, 4300 W. 7th St., Little Rock, AR 72205.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: June 22, 2026, by 3:00 PM CST, via email to Contracting Specialist T Miller (t.miller@va.gov).
- Quotations Due: July 3, 2026, by 3:00 PM CST, submitted electronically via email to t.miller@va.gov.
- Submission Format: Offers must be submitted in three separate volumes: Technical Capability, Price, and Delivery Schedule.
- Evaluation: Quotations will be evaluated using a comparative process (FAR 13.106-2(b)(3)), comparing them to determine the best benefit to the Government. Evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Price, and Delivery Schedule.
- Applicable Provisions: FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-2, and 52.212-4 (with addendum).
Additional Notes
Vendors must be verified and registered in SAM at the time of offer submission. Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) offerors must be verified by the VA Center for Verification. The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if deemed in its best interest.