Q301--National Bone Marrow Registry
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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.
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 NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249), has issued an Award Notice for National Bone Marrow Registry services (Product Service Code: Q301 - Reference Laboratory Testing). This is a sole source purchase order awarded to the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) for $2,000,000.00.
Scope of Work
The award covers Unrelated Donor Search Services for Hematopoietic Stem Cell transplantation. The National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) is the only agency authorized by Federal Statute to provide these services, operating the congressionally-authorized national bone marrow and umbilical cord blood registry (Be The Match Registry®).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Purchase Order
- Awardee: National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP)
- Value: $2,000,000.00
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027 (one year)
- Set-Aside: Not Applicable (Sole Source)
- Award Date: April 15, 2026
- Published Date: April 27, 2026
Evaluation
This award was made on a sole source basis under Other Than Full and Open Competition due to statutory authority (41 USC §3304(a)(5)). The justification highlights NMDP's unique position as the only authorized provider for these essential services, making competition infeasible.
Additional Notes
This is an award notice, not a solicitation for bids. Due to the nature of the services and existing statutory framework, this opportunity is not expected to be competed in the future. Interested parties should note that this procurement is complete.