Maintenance and Service Support for BD FACSAria Fusion Flow Cytometer
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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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 (NCO) 21, has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a sole source contract to Becton, Dickinson and Company dba BD Biosciences. This award, under FAR Part 13 – Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), specifically FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), is for Maintenance and Service Support for the BD FACSAria Fusion Flow Cytometer at the VA San Francisco Care System (VASFHCS).
Purpose & Scope
The objective is to ensure the continued reliability and functionality of the critical BD FACS Aria Fusion Flow Cytometer at the San Francisco VA Flow Cytometry Core Facility. The required services, covering one base year with two option years, include:
- Two preventive maintenance (PM) inspections annually.
- Unlimited on-site service visits with a guaranteed 48-hour response time.
- Unlimited technical phone support.
- Installation of software and firmware updates.
- User training as needed.
- Replacement of covered broken or worn parts (excluding consumables).
- All labor and travel expenses for BD-certified service technicians. Performance standards include maintaining the instrument within manufacturer specifications and verifying various system components like optical alignment, laser voltage, and fluidics system integrity.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sole Source (Notice of Intent)
- NAICS Code: 811210 – Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- SBA Size Standard: $34 million
- Product Service Code (PSC): J065 – Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment – Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
- Period of Performance: One base year with two option years.
- Place of Performance: San Francisco VA Medical Center, 4150 Clement St., San Francisco, CA 94121.
- Special Requirements: Services must be performed by BD-certified service technicians.
Response Information
This NOI is for informational purposes only and is not a formal solicitation or request for competitive proposals. No solicitation document is available. Interested parties must provide clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. The decision not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due: February 26, 2026, 9:00 AM Honolulu, Hawaii Time.
- Point of Contact: Shanel Pagaragan, Contract Specialist.
- Email: Shaneldylana.Pagaragan@va.gov
- Inquiries: Must be in writing via email, referencing "36C26126Q0375 Maintenance and Service Support for BD FACSAria Fusion Flow Cytometer" in the subject line.