MK2 SORTER
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 the 250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250), is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort for a MK2 Sorter for the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center in Cleveland, OH. This is not a solicitation, but an inquiry to determine industry capabilities and potential acquisition strategies, including small business set-asides. Responses are due by April 20, 2026, at 5 PM ET.
Purpose & Overview
This Sources Sought notice aims to gather information from potential sources regarding their ability to provide a MK2 Sorter. The government will use this information to assess market capabilities, refine requirements, and determine the most appropriate acquisition strategy, including whether a small business set-aside is feasible. This notice does not commit the government to a future solicitation or award.
Equipment Requirements
The required MK2 Sorter must:
- Integrate seamlessly with the facility's existing Laboratory Information System (LIS).
- Support VHA's Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) requirements.
- Feature high-throughput automated sorting capabilities.
- Utilize barcode-driven processing.
- Offer configurable logic compatible with current workflows and tube configurations.
Information Requested from Potential Sources
Interested parties should submit the following:
- Point of Contact (email and phone).
- Business name and address.
- Applicable business socio-economic category.
- GSA, NAC, TAC, or SAC contract number (if applicable).
- A capability statement and/or brochures demonstrating the ability to meet all requirements.
- SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number.
- Estimated delivery days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Country of product origin.
- Indication of OEM or distributor status (if a distributor, identify the OEM and provide an authorization letter).
Submission Instructions
- Responses are for market research only and are not considered offers.
- Proprietary information should be clearly marked.
- No faxes, courier deliveries, or telephone inquiries/submissions will be accepted.
- Submit responses via email to Rachelle J. Hamer (rachelle.hamer@va.gov).
- The email subject line must be: "RFI 36C25026Q0479| MK2 Sorter".
- Responses are due by Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5 PM ET.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (purpose is to determine potential set-aside)
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, 5 PM ET
- Published: April 13, 2026