Q301-- CX Bladder Testing
Overview
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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 Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified firms capable of providing BRAND NAME CX Bladder Testing services for the Marion VA Medical Center in Marion, IL. This effort aims to establish a single-award five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) against the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS). Responses are due March 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide multi-analyte genomic testing for bladder cancer markers. Services include:
- Specimen storage, transportation, and analytical testing (CxBladder Monitor, CxBladder Triage Plus).
- Reporting of analytical test results and consultative services.
- Electronic access to data elements for the VA's Hospital Information System (HIS) or Laboratory Information System (LIS).
- Provision of all necessary materials for specimen collection, storage, and transportation, ensuring specimen integrity.
- Delivery of test results via electronic transmission, secure portal, courier, mail, or fax, with critical results requiring immediate telephone notification.
- All testing must be performed within the United States.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research for a potential single-award five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) against the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS).
- Period of Performance: Anticipated 12-month base period with four (4) 12-month option periods.
- NAICS Code: 621511 (Medical Laboratories), size standard $41.5 million.
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 10:00 AM CST.
- Published: March 19, 2026.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is a "brand name" procurement. A Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside is anticipated based on Public Law 109-461, Section 8127. However, if SDVOSB responses are inadequate, an alternate set-aside or full and open competition may be considered. The VA is also interested in responses from VOSB, 8(a), HubZone, and other Small Businesses.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses via email to lisa.buchanan1@va.gov. Required information includes:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, Phone, Fax, Email.
- UEI number, Cage Code, Tax ID Number.
- Business size status (SDVOSB, VOSB, Hubzone, WOSB, Large Business, etc.) and confirmation of small business status under NAICS 621511.
- Manufacturer, distributor, or equivalent solution status.
- Details on subcontracting plans (if applicable).
- Existing FSS GSA/NAC, NASA SEWP, or other federal contract information, including contract number and availability of items/solution on schedule.
- General pricing for market research purposes.
- A capability statement demonstrating qualifications and ability to perform the described work.
Important Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or an obligation to award a contract. The Government will not pay for any costs associated with responding.