Leica DM2700 P for TL Specifically configured for Asbestos Analysis

SOL #: 36C25226Q0295_10Special Notice

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)
MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, United States

Place of Performance

North Chicago, IL

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies (6515)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

1
Posted
May 13, 2026
2
Action Date
May 18, 2026, 1:00 PM

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 252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252), has issued an amendment to Solicitation 36C25226Q0295 for a Leica Visoria P microscope for asbestos analysis. This amendment changes the description of Line Item 0001, adds a new FAR clause, and extends the response deadline. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

Scope of Change

This amendment modifies the original solicitation by:

  • Changing Line Item 0001 Description: The item has been updated from "Leica DM2700P" to "Leica Visoria P".
  • Adding FAR Clause 52.222-90: This new clause, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026)", requires contractors to avoid racially discriminatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) activities, provide compliance information, and flow down the clause to subcontracts. Non-compliance may lead to contract termination or ineligibility for future contracts.
  • Extending the Solicitation Deadline: The response deadline has been extended from April 30, 2026, to May 18, 2026, at 8:00 am CST.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Special Notice / Amendment
  • Product/Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
  • New Response Due: May 18, 2026, at 8:00 am CST
  • Published: May 13, 2026
  • Place of Performance: North Chicago, IL 60064

Additional Notes

All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors should acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

People

Points of Contact

Vernise L NewtonPRIMARY
vernise.newton@va.gov
4148444850

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