6640--Erythrocytes Sedimentation Rate Analyzers CPT
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 the VA Caribbean Healthcare System, has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source contract to Bionuclear for Erythrocytes Sedimentation Rate Analyzers CPT. This procurement is based on 41 USC 3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1. Vendors who believe they can meet this requirement must submit a technical package by February 3, 2026, 1:00 PM EST for consideration in future procurements.
Purpose & Scope
This notice serves as the government's intent to award a sole source contract for Erythrocytes Sedimentation Rate Analyzers CPT to Bionuclear. The VA Caribbean Healthcare System requires these analyzers. While the intent is to award to a single source, this notice provides an opportunity for other interested vendors to demonstrate their technical capability to meet the specific need.
Contract Details
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Analytical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees
- Contracting Office: VA Caribbean Healthcare System, Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), San Juan, PR.
- Product/Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This procurement is intended as a sole source contract to Bionuclear, justified under 41 USC 3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1. There is no formal set-aside designation. However, vendors who believe they have the technical capability to meet this specific need are invited to submit a complete technical package for consideration in future procurements.
Submission & Evaluation
Vendors who believe they possess the technical capability to fulfill this requirement are invited to submit a complete technical package. This package must provide clear and convincing evidence of their ability to meet the government's needs. Responses received will be considered for the purpose of determining sources for future procurements. The government will not pay for information submitted.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Deadline: February 3, 2026, 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Submission Method: Email responses to Contract Specialist Eunice Bones at eunice.bones@va.gov.
- Published Date: January 30, 2026