6550 Microbiology Testing Media for MRSA and VRE, purchase order for Microbiology Media   2

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to procure microbiology testing media for the Seattle Division Microbiology Department. This contract aims to facilitate the identification of pathogenic organisms, specifically Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus (VRE), which are critical for diagnosing diseases in veteran patients.

The products will be ordered monthly to ensure continuous availability for microbiological testing.

Work Details
The contract includes the following specific products:
- MRSA Select II, 20/pk, or equivalent, with an estimated quantity of 440 kits per year.
- VRE Select Kit, 20 Test, or equivalent, with an estimated quantity of 6 packages per year.

These items will be delivered to the Puget Sound Health Care System in Seattle, WA. The contract spans a base year and four option years, allowing for ongoing procurement of these essential supplies.

Period of Performance
Base Year: November 1, 2026 - October 31, 2027; Option Year 1: November 1, 2027 - October 31, 2028; Option Year 2: November 1, 2028 - October 31, 2029; Option Year 3: November 1, 2029 - October 31, 2030; Option Year 4: November 1, 2030 - October 31, 2031.

Place of Performance
Department of Veterans Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, Seattle WA.

Bidder Requirements
This solicitation is set aside for Small Business concerns. Bidders must be authorized distributors or manufacturers of the specified products and comply with any domestic sourcing requirements.