6640--Triple Quadrupole LC MS System
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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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for one 6475 Triple Quadrupole LC/MS System, including software, hardware, installation, and training. The intended awardee is Agilent Technologies, Inc. This system is required by the VA's Cooperative Studies Program (CSP) Clinical Research Pharmacy Coordinating Center for high-throughput analytical testing, specifically for drug-of-abuse testing in clinical trials. Capabilities statements from interested parties are due by March 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
Scope of Requirement
The VA CSP Clinical Research Pharmacy Coordinating Center requires a Triple Quadrupole LC/MS system to conduct precise identification and quantitation of compounds at trace levels. This system will support critical drug-of-abuse testing within clinical trial and core laboratory settings. The requirement includes the 6475 Triple Quadrupole LC/MS System, associated software, hardware, installation, and training services. The NAICS code is 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and the FSC is 6640 (Laboratory Equipment and Supplies).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (FAR Part 8.405-6)
- Intended Contractor: Agilent Technologies, Inc.
- Contract Vehicle: Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) GS-07F-0564X (active until November 25, 2026)
- Place of Performance: VA Cooperative Studies Program (CSP), Clinical Research Pharmacy Coordinating Center
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Local Time
- Published: March 20, 2026
Response Details
This is not a request for competitive quotes or proposals, and no solicitation document is available. The Government intends to award a sole source delivery order. However, any responsible, certified, and capable company that believes it can provide the same items/services and that competition would be advantageous to the Government, may identify their interest. Submissions must include clear and compelling evidence of capability.
Additional Notes
Responses must be submitted via email to Hestia Sim (Hestia.Sim@va.gov) with the subject line "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE Triple Quadrupole LC/MS System". The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice. A determination by the Government not to compete this action based on this notice is solely at their discretion.