J065--Cepheid GeneXpert Essential Service Agreement Fort Wayne VA Medical Center, Indiana
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), Network 10 Contracting Office, intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Cepheid for a GeneXpert Essential Service Agreement at the Fort Wayne VA Medical Center, Indiana. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, and responses are due by May 26, 2026, 09:00 AM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an Essential Service Agreement for Cepheid GeneXpert equipment to support the Northern Indiana Health Care Systems, Fort Wayne VA Medical Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Sole-source, base plus four (4) one-year option periods.
- Contractor: Cepheid, 904 Caribbean Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089.
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies).
- Size Standard: $34 Million.
- Response Due: May 26, 2026, 09:00 AM EDT.
- Published Date: May 20, 2026.
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent to award on a single-source basis. A determination not to compete is solely at the Government's discretion. Any response to this notice must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.
Additional Notes
No solicitation package is available, and no telephone inquiries will be accepted. Responses must be submitted in writing via email to Jessica.Bryant5@va.gov.