GLUCOSE TEST STRIPS
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 the NATIONAL CMOP OFFICE (36C770), has issued a Presolicitation Request for Quotation (RFQ) 36C77026Q0071 for Glucose Test Strips. This requirement is for the procurement of "ONE TOUCH ULTRA (GLUCOSE) TEST STRIP 100 XZ173" and "ONE TOUCH ULTRA (GLUCOSE) TEST STRIP 50CT (XZ173)" to be delivered to the VA CMOP facility in Leavenworth, KS. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Quotations are estimated to be due by March 5, 2026, at 4 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The VA seeks to procure specific quantities of glucose test strips:
- 2400 units of ONE TOUCH ULTRA (GLUCOSE) TEST STRIP 100 XZ173
- 144 units of ONE TOUCH ULTRA (GLUCOSE) TEST STRIP 50CT (XZ173) Delivery is required within 10 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO) to the Leavenworth, KS facility.
Key Requirements
Vendors must provide OEM authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller documentation. Non-manufacturing vendors are required to submit a letter of authorization from a manufacturer's authorized wholesaler/reseller. A Buy American Act (BAA) Certificate is necessary if quoting non-domestic products. Gray market requirements apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation RFQ
- Solicitation Number: 36C77026Q0071
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 325413 (In-vitro diagnostic substance manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Estimated Issue Date: February 26, 2026
- Estimated Response Due Date: March 5, 2026, at 4 PM CST
Submission & Evaluation
All responsible sources registered and current in SAM.gov are invited to submit a quotation. Responses must be concise and directly address the requirement. Solicitation packages must be submitted via email and include:
- Signed SF1449
- Quote in Excel format, specifying Place of Manufacture
- OEM authorization documentation
- BAA Certificate (if applicable) Failure to submit all required documents will result in non-compliance. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any changes or amendments.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Sarah Fry at sarah.fry2@va.gov or 913-758-9935.