AN11--Research Lab Services - Blood Serum Assay Testing of Buprenorphine and Norbuprenorphine Levels
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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) is conducting a Sources Sought for Research Lab Services to perform Blood Serum Assay Testing of Buprenorphine and Norbuprenorphine Levels. This market research aims to identify qualified businesses for the VA-BRAVE study on opioid use disorder. The primary contractor must be CLIA Certified. Responses are due February 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves blood buprenorphine and norbuprenorphine testing for approximately 498 participants, three times over three years, totaling around 1,494 assessments. Key tasks include:
- Collection of blood toxicology samples.
- Provision of shipping supplies (e.g., vacutainer tubes, requisition forms, FedEx materials).
- Development and maintenance of a secure, web-based specimen collection and reporting tool with search, management, printing, and data export capabilities for de-identified participant results and real-time tracking.
- Blood toxicology screens using GC-MS or LC-MS/MS to determine drug and metabolite concentrations.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Period of Performance: Base period plus two option years.
- Place of Performance: Vendor site.
- Response Due: February 24, 2026, 3:00 PM EST.
- Published: February 17, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Respondents must submit a capability statement demonstrating industry understanding, current knowledge, and subcontracting networks. Required information includes:
- Company's business status (Large, Small, VOSB, SDVOSB) and any subcontractors' status.
- SAM.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI).
- Confirmation of CLIA certification for the primary contractor.
- Proof of previous experience in the requested services.
- The primary contractor must perform more than management and administrative functions.
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research; it is not a solicitation. No costs will be paid for responses, and submittals will not be returned. Proprietary information should be clearly marked and segregated. Eligibility for future acquisitions does not depend on a response to this notice. Submissions are by email only to annmarie.stewart@va.gov.