Q301--Perform Specific Genetic Testing Services
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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), Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, is conducting market research through this Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified firms capable of providing specific genetic testing services for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System in Little Rock, AR. The primary focus is on Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Small Businesses. This is not a solicitation for proposals or quotes. Responses are due by April 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.
Purpose
This notice serves solely for market research and information gathering purposes. The VA will use responses to inform future planning and potential solicitations. No contract will be awarded from this notice.
Scope of Work
The required services include providing Renasight, Prospera, and Signatera genetic testing. The VA facility will be responsible for collecting and packaging specimens for shipping. The selected contractor must submit test results via fax, ensuring specific patient and test information is included. Additionally, the contractor must provide the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) with detailed testing methodologies and ranges. Required certifications include College of American Pathologist (CAP) and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLA).
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 621511 (Medical Laboratories)
- Size Standard: $41.5M
- Product Service Code: Q301 (Reference Laboratory Testing)
- Place of Performance: Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock, AR
Eligibility & Submission Requirements
This market research primarily seeks Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Small Businesses (SB), though other than small businesses may respond for market research purposes. Interested parties must be registered, active, and verified in SAM.gov and the SBA Small Business Search. Veteran-owned small businesses are also reminded of VETS-4212 reporting requirements.
Responses must include a Capabilities Statement and the following company information:
- Contractor name, Point(s) of contact name, Address, Telephone number, Email address
- Company's business size, UEI #, CAGE Code
- Proof of authorized dealer status and any required certifications
- Confirmation of small business status (SB, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, or 8A)
- Identification of any existing Government Wide Agency Contracts (GWAC), GSA, FSS, IDIQ, or BPA contracts, including contract numbers.
Response Deadline & Contact
- Responses Due: April 30, 2026, 10:00 a.m. Central Time
- Submission Method: Email to rene.impey@va.gov. Facsimile or telephonic responses will not be accepted.
- Contact: D. Rene' Impey, Contracting Officer, rene.impey@va.gov, 228-523-4747