Pathology Testing Services for Bassett Army Community Hospital (BACH), Fort Wainwright Alaska
Overview
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Original Source
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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 the Army has issued a Sole Source Justification and Approval (J&A) for Pathology Testing Services for Bassett Army Community Hospital (BACH) in Fort Wainwright, Alaska. This document explains the decision to limit competition for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to a single source, Pathology Consultants Inc., due to their unique qualifications and proximity, which are critical for meeting urgent turnaround times.
Scope of Work
The contract requires comprehensive clinical and anatomic pathology testing services, including analysis of blood, serum, urine, tissue, feces, mucosal, body fluids, and spinal fluids, along with provider-to-provider consultation. Key requirements include:
- General turnaround times of 24-48 hours to meet College of Pathologist (CAP) and Joint Commission standards.
- One-hour STAT turnaround time for urgent specimens.
- Processing of breast tissue and cultures attached to tissue within 48 hours.
- Timely processing of cancer tests to ensure early detection.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: IDIQ, Hybrid (Fixed Price, Time & Materials/Labor Hours, Cost Reimbursable)
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to November 30, 2029 (includes a base year, three option years, and a FAR 52.217-8 option).
- Funds: Operations & Maintenance, Army (OMA) and Defense Health Program (DHP).
- Published Date: April 27, 2026.
Justification for Limiting Competition
This J&A cites FAR 12.102(a), FAR 8.405-6, or FAR 16.505 as authority for limiting competition. Market research indicated that Pathology Consultants Inc., located at 1650 Cowles Street, Fairbanks, AK, is the only fully accredited laboratory (CAP and Joint Commission standards) capable of meeting the stringent turnaround times due to its physical proximity to BACH. This proximity is essential given the remote location and potential for inclement weather impacting specimen transport.
Proposed Contractor
The proposed contractor for these services is Pathology Consultants Inc.
Additional Notes
This is a justification document and not a solicitation for proposals. Presolicitation notice requirements under FAR 5.101 do not apply due to the dollar threshold, and the action is not a brand name restriction under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).