J065--RALS for Hemochron Signature Elites Brand Name or Equal at the Central Arkansas VA Healthcare System
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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), Network Contracting Office 16, is soliciting offers for Remote Automated Laboratory Systems (RALS) for Hemochron Signature Elites (Brand Name or Equal) at the Central Arkansas VA Healthcare System. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price contract, 100% set aside for Small Businesses. The objective is to provide software, interfaces, services, training, and support to integrate Hemochron Signature Elites analyzers with the existing RALS system. Offers are due by May 15, 2026, 3:00 PM CDT.
Purpose & Scope
This Request for Quote (RFQ) aims to procure a comprehensive solution to connect Werfen Hemochron Signature Elites analyzers to the existing RALS server. The system will ensure compliant data management, support point-of-care testing, and facilitate result transmission to the Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA/CPRS). All work will be performed at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System in Little Rock, AR.
Key Requirements / Deliverables
- RALS Web3 device software module (1) and connectivity for 7 Hemochron Signature Elites analyzers.
- Results Interface (RALS–LIS HL7 compatible with VistA/CPRS) and ADT interface for patient verification.
- RALS Silver Support Tier, RALS-Web3 browser-based remote access, and free upgrades.
- Service, support, updates, and hardware maintenance for the technology license.
- Ensure RALS software compatibility with Hemochron Signature Elites analyzers and the VA LIS/electronic patient record system.
- Provide user documentation, training manuals, and on-site training for team supervisors.
- Offer a warranty for the entire contract duration, including 24/7 technical support.
- Delivery and installation of equipment and software according to manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: A base year (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027) with four one-year option periods (extending through September 30, 2031).
- NAICS Code: 541511 (Size Standard: $34 Million).
- Product/Service Code: J065.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This acquisition is 100% set aside for Small Businesses. Offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov and be certified/registered as a Small Business in the SBA certification database to be eligible for award. A Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is required.
Submission & Evaluation
- Technical Questions Deadline: May 8, 2026, 3:00 PM CDT. Submit via email to t.miller@va.gov with the subject "Technical Questions – 36C25626Q0735 – RALS for Hemochron Signature Elites".
- Offer Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026, 3:00 PM CDT. Submit offers directly via email to t.miller@va.gov with the subject "Quote - 36C25626Q0735 – RALS for Hemochron Signature Elites".
- Evaluation Criteria: A comparative evaluation will focus on Technical Capability, Prices (fairness and reasonableness), and Test/Performance Schedule. The government may award to other than the lowest price if additional benefits are offered. Proposals should be submitted in separate volumes for Technical Capability, Collection Schedule, and Price.
Contact Information
For inquiries and submissions, contact T Miller, Contracting Specialist, at t.miller@va.gov.