J065--ePlex 2 Tower System Intent to Sole Source Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
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 Contracting Office 10, intends to negotiate a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract with Roche Diagnostics Corporation for the Roche ePlex System Tower Agreement. This acquisition is for the Louis Stokes Cleveland VAMC. Responses demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous are due by April 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the Roche ePlex System Tower Agreement, which falls under Product Service Code J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source), Firm-Fixed Price
- Intended Contractor: Roche Diagnostics Corporation (SAM UEI: JDMDFEZBYH36)
- Set-Aside: None (Intent to Sole Source)
- Response Due: April 8, 2026, 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time
- Published: March 31, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals or offers, and no solicitation package is available. The Government believes only Roche Diagnostics Corporation possesses the required capabilities. However, contractors may submit a capabilities statement or quotation. Any response must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.
Additional Notes
The Government will not pay for any costs incurred by responses to this notice. Responses should be submitted via email to Sara Wood, Contracting Officer, at sara.wood1@va.gov.