36C26126Q1007 0001

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a single Firm-Fixed-Price contract for a Clinical Laboratory Microbiological System, including instruments, reagents, and supplies. Performance will be at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). The contractor must comply with FDA, CLIA, and CLSI requirements. The solicitation will be available on or about August 24, 2026, with full and open competition under NAICS 334516.

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to issue a Request for Quotation for a Clinical Laboratory Microbiological System, including instruments, reagents, and supplies, for the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). The contractor must comply with FDA, CLIA, and CLSI regulations. A single firm-fixed-price contract will be awarded under full and open competition, using NAICS 334516. Solicitation documents are expected to be available on or about August 24, 2026. Questions should be submitted in writing to the specified contracting officers.

36C26126Q1007_2

This is a Sources Sought notice for market research to support the procurement of a Clinical Laboratory Microbiological System—including instruments, reagents, and supplies—for the VA Palo Alto Health Care System located at 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304. The government is seeking information from qualified businesses (NAICS 334516) to assess their capabilities, size classifications, and socio-economic status. Respondents must submit a brief capability statement, indicate GSA schedule status, provide UEI number, business size, and relevant past experience. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation to procure. No budget or timeline for the potential acquisition has been specified.