Distribution of Biorad Bioplex Reagents and Consumables for Laboratory Tests.
Overview
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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 NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260), has awarded a Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the distribution of Bio-Rad BioPlex reagents and consumables to the Seattle VAMC Pathology Laboratory Medicine in Seattle, WA. This contract, awarded as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, has a maximum capacity of $1,500,000.00 over a five-year period.
Scope of Work
The awarded contract requires the furnishing of all clinical laboratory supplies, materials, and equipment necessary for laboratory tests. This includes providing FDA-approved analyzers/equipment, reagents, controls, calibrators, and consumable parts. Key requirements for the analyzer include producing accurate and reproducible results with a total test time of less than one hour, supporting multiple barcode formats, and having a barcode reader. Patient information must not reside at the vendor's location or on removable media. The vendor is responsible for providing all upgrades to equipment, hardware, and software at no additional charge, along with on-site technical support (including 24/7 telephone support and 24-hour on-site response for repairs) and on-site education/training during installation or updates. Specific tests covered under this contract include ANA Screens, Syphilis IgG and RPR, Measles/Mumps/Rubella/Varicella, Herpes Simplex virus (HSV) antibodies, Cytomegalovirus (CMV) antibodies, Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) antibodies, Vasculitis Panel, Anti-CCP Panel, Celiac Panels, Antiphospholipid Panels, HIV Antibody Panel, and Toxoplasma.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price, Single Award IDIQ
- Period of Performance: Five years, with ordering periods from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2031.
- Guaranteed Minimum: $500.00
- Maximum Capacity: $1,500,000.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), NAICS Code: 325413, Size Standard: 1250 Employees
- Effective Date: February 1, 2026
- Award Notice Published: January 22, 2026
Evaluation
Evaluation criteria for the original solicitation were not detailed in the provided document summary.
Additional Notes
The original solicitation (SF 1449) incorporated by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5. The point of contact for this opportunity is Hector Gonzalez (hector.gonzalez1@va.gov).