6640--EQ Vanquish Flex UHLPC in support of the Sioux Falls VAHCS
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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.
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 Sioux Falls VA Health Care System, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of an EQ Vanquish Flex Ultra High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (UHPLC) System (Brand Name or Equal). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13). The VA anticipates awarding one Firm Fixed-Price contract. This procurement is unrestricted.
Scope of Work
The core requirement is a Vanquish Flex + AS + FC + DAD + FLD + ECD UHPLC System, which must meet detailed functional, performance, and specification requirements outlined in Section B.4 of the solicitation. This includes specific components such as the System Base, Base Module, Solvent Rack, Binary Pump F, Split Sampler FT, and various detectors and accessories. The successful contractor will be responsible for delivery, installation, and technical assistance at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System, located at 2501 W. 22nd St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105. Delivery is expected on or before July 31, 2026.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Size Standard: 1000 Employees
- Place of Performance: Sioux Falls VA Health Care System, Sioux Falls, SD
- Applicable FAR Provisions: 52.212-1, 52.212-2, and 52.212-3.
- DPAS: Does not apply.
Submission & Evaluation
Prospective offerors must be registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov) at the time of offer. Quotes will only be accepted from responsible contractors.
- Technical Questions Due: February 11, 2026, by 10:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST). Questions must be submitted via email to Marie Weathers at marie.weathers@va.gov.
- Quotes Due: February 18, 2026, by 10:00 AM CST. Quotes must be emailed to marie.weathers@va.gov. Offerors are responsible for ensuring their quote is received in its entirety by the Contracting Officer before the closing date and time.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, based on price and other factors.
Additional Notes
The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-26 (10/01/2025). Payment will be made via electronic funds transfer through the Tungsten Network. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of any amendments.