Blood Products IDIQ for SFVAHCS   2

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO 23), has a requirement for blood, blood products, and necessary testing under an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the Sioux Falls SD VA Healthcare System. The goal of this contract is to ensure the availability of safe and compliant blood products for patients in need.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for providing blood products that meet specific standards and regulations. Key requirements include:

1. Blood must be typed and labeled for ABO and Rh antigens, complying with AABB standards and 21 CFR Parts 606, 607, 610, 630, 640, 660.

2. All blood must be collected under aseptic conditions and processed appropriately with labeling that includes expiration dates.

3. The contractor must maintain FDA registration and provide only volunteer donor blood as defined by FDA regulations.

4. Blood from VA patients may require additional testing such as typing and cross matches, with specific timelines for delivery based on urgency.

5. Non-emergency delivery schedules may be altered during holiday weeks, with prior notice to the VA required.

6. Emergency requirements must be available within 60 minutes of request.

Period of Performance
The period of performance is not explicitly stated in the provided data.

Place of Performance
Sioux Falls VA Health Care System, located at 2501 W 22nd Street, Sioux Falls SD 57105.