6640--CBOC Point of Care Testing Cost per test Brand Name or Equal
Overview
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PSC
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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 Network Contract Office 12, is soliciting proposals for Point of Care Respiratory Virus Testing equipment and services. This Firm-Fixed Price, Single Award IDIQ contract aims to provide rapid, accurate diagnostic capabilities for VA Illiana Health Care System's Community Based Outreach Clinics (CBOCs). Proposals are due June 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of six (6) RT-PCR test instruments, associated reagents, and comprehensive service agreements. The systems must be FDA-approved or authorized under EUA, CLIA-waived, rapid, PCR-based, and capable of simultaneous detection of SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A, Influenza B, and RSV, as well as Strep A. Instruments should be compact, connect to VistA/CPRS via RALS middleware, and include a secure information management system compatible with VISN12. Vendor support must cover delivery, installation, validation, training, preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and a 24-hour replacement program.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Single Award, Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: Base year (August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027) plus four (4) one-year option periods.
- Minimum Guarantee: $115,000.00
- Ceiling Amount: $800,000.00
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Proposal Due: June 5, 2026, by 5:00 PM ET
- Published: June 3, 2026
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Capability and Price using a comparative evaluation process (FAR 13.106-2(b)(3)). The Government will determine the best benefit by comparing quotes against each other. Offerors must submit their best technical solutions and prices.
Additional Notes
The solicitation provides salient characteristics for "Roche LAIT (Brand Name or Equal)" as a benchmark. Offerors must provide evidence of FDA approval, CLIA waiver, instrumentation capabilities, assay menu, service plans, and implementation plans. Security requirements include secure data transfer and compliance with VA network deployment standards (ERA). Delivery and installation are required no later than 30 days after receipt of award.