J065--BioMérieux BioFire Service Agreement 36C25621C0085
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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), specifically the Alexandria VA Health Care System (AVAHCS), has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source, Firm-Fixed-Price contract to BioFire Defense LLC. This contract is for an Extended Warranty Service Agreement for BioMérieux BIOFIRE TORCH systems at the Alexandria VA Medical Center in Pineville, Louisiana. BioFire Defense LLC is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Interested parties must submit information demonstrating their ability to provide these services by March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide an extended warranty service agreement for one BIOFIRE TORCH Base (S/N KTB00562) and four BIOFIRE TORCH Modules (S/Ns KTM19593, KTM02080, KTM02052, KTM02048). Services include:
- Standard limited warranty extension.
- Instrument repairs, including labor, parts, and replacement equipment (loaner provided during repair).
- Software upgrades, new versions, and releases.
- 24-hour telephone support.
- Provision of all necessary parts, maintenance kits, consumables, and supplies for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
- Performance of OEM scheduled periodic certifications, electrical safety checks, and software updates.
- Unscheduled and emergency services, including on-site visits, labor, and associated travel.
- Mandatory safety corrections (e.g., manufacturer or FDA recalls).
- Reporting and documentation after each service visit.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Duration: One (1) 12-month base year with four (4) 12-month option years.
- Base Year: May 15, 2026 – May 14, 2027.
- Option Years: Extend through May 14, 2031.
- Set-Aside: Intended as a sole source award to a Large Business (LB).
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a $34 Million size standard.
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. § 1901 and FAR 13.106-1(b)(2).
- Place of Performance: Alexandria VA Medical Center, 2495 Shreveport Hwy, Pineville, LA 71360.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source and not a request for competitive quotes. However, interested contractors who believe they can provide the required services must submit specific information within ten calendar days of publication (by March 30, 2026, 3:00 PM CST). Required information includes details on ownership, business size, qualifications, joint venture plans, existing contracts, manufacturer/distributor status, OEM authorization, Buy American/Trade Agreement certifications, and product origin. Questions regarding this notice are due by March 26, 2026, 10:00 AM CST to rhonda.gibson2@va.gov.
Additional Notes
The estimated award date is May 15, 2026. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. All work must be approved by an authorized VA designee, and personnel must be factory trained, qualified, and certified.