Brand Name Histology Equipment: Epredia/ThermoFisher Gemini & Excelsior AS Systems
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4, has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Brand Name Histology Equipment: Epredia/ThermoFisher Gemini & Excelsior AS Systems. This requirement is for the James E. Van Zandt Medical Center in Altoona, PA. The full solicitation, which will be a Total Small Business Set-Aside, is anticipated to be posted on GSA eBuy on or about April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for specific brand name histology equipment, including Epredia/ThermoFisher Gemini and Excelsior AS Systems, to support the James E. Van Zandt Medical Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-Solicitation (leading to a future solicitation)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Size Standard: 1000 employees
- Full Solicitation Posting: On or about April 10, 2026, on GSA eBuy (www.ebuy.gsa.gov)
- Published: April 9, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring GSA eBuy for the release of the full solicitation package and any subsequent amendments. All questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist, Joanne Skaff, at joanne.skaff@va.gov. Interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to any potential award.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive offers. It does not obligate the Government to award a contract or pay for proposal preparation costs. No further information will be available until the issuance of the official solicitation.