F18 RADIOPHARMACEUTICALS
Overview
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Original Source
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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) is conducting a Sources Sought / Market Survey to identify qualified vendors for the daily delivery of F18 Radiopharmaceuticals to the Atlanta VA Medical Center (ATL VAMC) in Decatur, GA. This includes various F-18 compounds such as FDG, NaF, beta-amyloid, Axumin, Tauvid, Cerianna, Posluma, Pylarify, CAIX, choline PET, and F18-FET. The VA is particularly interested in Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), and Small Business Concerns. Responses are due by January 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The vendor shall provide all labor, supervision, and transportation for daily delivery of F18 radiopharmaceuticals to the ATL VAMC. Deliveries are required between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with provisions for emergency deliveries. Key vendor requirements include:
- Operating as an established commercial radiopharmacy for at least 10 years.
- Implementing a needleless order/shipment/delivery/return system compliant with OSHA Biohazardous Waste Policy for spent syringes.
- Being licensed by the US NRC and/or an Agreement State to prepare and distribute radiopharmaceuticals.
- Providing documentation of FDA-approved cyclotrons for commercial use.
- Accepting returns for full credit under specified conditions (e.g., product error, damage, recall, expiration).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (for planning purposes only)
- NAICS Code: 325412 (Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: Q527 (Nuclear Medicine)
- Place of Performance: Atlanta VA Medical Center, 1670 Clairmont Road, Decatur, GA 30033
- Response Due: Monday, January 26, 2026, by 4:00 PM EST
- Published: January 21, 2026
Information Requested
Interested parties should submit:
- Company information: Name, address, phone, primary contact(s), email, NAICS code(s), business size (small/large), and UEI Number.
- A Statement of Capability (maximum 5 pages) demonstrating past performance relevant to the requirements.
Submission Instructions
Capability Statements must be submitted via email to Natasha Mixon at natasha.mixon@va.gov.
Important Notes
This is a market survey and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government to award a contract. Responses will not be considered adequate for a future solicitation. Do not include proprietary or sensitive information. A future notice will be posted if a solicitation is released.