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Request for Information - Chemistry Analyzers Supplies - Naval Hospital Sigonella

ID: 044549 • Type: Sources Sought • Match:  95%
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Description

This is a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources possessing the capabilities described herein and ascertain whether the required supplies are commercial in nature. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Neither unsolicited proposals nor any other kind of offers will be considered in response to this RFI. Responses to this notice are not offers and will not be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. In keeping with the standards of FAR Part 10, the Government may request additional information from responders. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI or any follow-up information request. All information received in response to this RFI or any follow-up information request that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to the RFI will not be returned. At this time, questions concerning the composition and requirements for a future request for proposal will not be entertained.

NOTE: At this time no solicitation exists. Therefore, please do not request a copy of the solicitation. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of any potential Offeror to monitor this site for the release of any solicitation.

  1. RFI Title: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) supplies for Vitros 7600 chemistry and immunochemistry analyzers for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) in Sicily (Italy).
  2. LOCATION: U.S. NMRTC Sigonella NAS , Strada Statale 192 KM 15, Catania-Enna, Sigonella, Sicily (Italy)
  3. BACKGROUND: The U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella Laboratory Department requires an IDIQ contract to provide materials necessary for two Vitros 7600 chemistry and immunochemistry analyzers. These supplies are used to perform critical care testing including cardiac markers, liver enzymes, kidney function and BHCG testing needed for emergent patient care and essential to hospital operation. Given the critical nature of the testing performed and that the products required strict temperature control, supplies must be delivered within four (4) days of order placement and must be received at necessary temperatures listed within the Statement of Work. (SOW)
  4. DESCRIPTION: NAICS 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, PSC 6550 - In vitro diagnostic substances, reagents, test kits and sets. See DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW).

RFI SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:

Responses to the RFI shall adhere to the following formatting and outline instructions:

  1. All submissions shall be made electronically and be in one of the following formats: Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF.
  2. Cover Page (1 page)

Title

Organization

Responder's technical and administrative points of contact (names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses).

CAGE Code

3. Capabilities statement SHALL address the following:

Contractor's clear understanding and ability to perform the scope of this requirement as detailed in the DRAFT SOW. Specifically delivery within four days at required temperatures. Provide information on how required temperatures will be maintain during delivery.

Contractor's experience performing the same or similar work as detailed in the DRAFT SOW.

Existing contract vehicles (e.g., GSA schedule) under which the responder currently offers these services, if any.

Whether the responder provides the required services to the general public under terms and conditions similar to those offered to the Federal Government.

RESPONSES DUE: July 19, 2026 by 5 pm EST

SUBMISSION TO: Ms. Carol Uebelacker, carol.e.uebelacker.civ@health.mil

Background
The U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella Laboratory Department requires an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide materials necessary for two Vitros 7600 chemistry and immunochemistry analyzers. These supplies are used to perform critical care testing including cardiac markers, liver enzymes, kidney function, and BHCG testing needed for emergent patient care and essential to hospital operation.

Given the critical nature of the testing performed and that the products require strict temperature control, a local supplier is required to ensure product integrity. Previous attempts at procuring these products via mandatory sources have been highly unsuccessful as not all products were available, products came in out of temperature and without lot sequestration.

Work Details
The requirement is for materials necessary for USNH Sigonella Laboratory’s two Vitros 7600 chemistry and immunochemistry analyzers. The estimated annual requirement for supplies and consumables includes:

1. DESSICANT PACK - 40 units
2. SAMPLE TIP (VERSA) - 80 units
3. MICRO TIPS - 5 units
4. WHITE REFERENCE SLIDES - 2 units
5. MIXING CUPS - 2 units
6. SAMPLE CUPS - 10 units
7. PIERCEABLE CAP - 4 units
8. ALBUMINA (ALB) SLIDE 5 X 18 - 70 units
9. ALK. PHOS/FOSFATASI (5X 60 slides) - 20 units
10. ALTV SLIDES - 22 units
11. BILIRUBINA CONIUGATA E NON 5X18 - 33 units
12. BILIRUBINA TOTALE 5 X 60 - 20 units
13. BUN SLIDES (6 X 50) - 22 units
14. CA CALCIUM SLIDES 5 X 60 - 22 units
15. CLORO/CHLORIDE - 250 tests - 24 units
16. EC02 CARBON DIOXIDE SLIDE 5 X 60 - 22 units
17. GGT GAMMA CLUAMILTRANSFERA 5X60 - 20 units
18. PHOS SLIDES (PHOS) 5 X 60 - 24 units
19. POTASSIUM SLIDES (K) (250) - 26 units
20. URIC ACID 5 X 60 - 16 units...
(Additional items continue up to a total of over a hundred unique products). All items must be FDA approved and delivered within four days of order placement while maintaining required temperatures.

Period of Performance
Ordering Period: September 1, 2026 – September 30, 2031

Place of Performance
U.S. NMRTC Sigonella – NAS, Strada Statale 192 KM 15, Catania-Enna, Sigonella, Sicily IT-CT ITALY

Bidder Requirements
Contractors must have technical support specialists available during regular working hours and must be able to deliver within four days of request while ensuring that items are shipped and received at required temperatures (-18 degrees Celsius for most chemistry slides and controls; between +2 to +8 degrees Celsius for most immunochemistry reagents; ambient temperature for consumables). The minimum shelf life of all items at the time of acceptance by the U.S Government is six months.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
The prior award history indicates a confirmed incumbent, Diatec - S.R.L, under contract N6817125D2000 (including multiple task/order awards) for “material for Vitros 7600 analyzers,” with award values ranging from $991 to $203,051 and performance periods spanning late 2024 through 2026. These prior procurements appear to align closely with the current requirement for Vitros 7600 chemistry and immunochemistry analyzer supplies for USNH Sigonella, including delivery of analyzer consumables/reagents consistent with an ongoing replenishment pattern.

Overview

Response Deadline
July 19, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT Due in 15 Days
Posted
July 4, 2026, 7:10 a.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Sicily, IT-CT Italy
Source

Current SBA Size Standard
1250 Employees
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$150,000 - $600,000 (AI estimate)
Odds of Award
20%
Vehicle Type
Indefinite Delivery Contract
On 7/4/26 Defense Health Agency issued Sources Sought 044549 for Request for Information - Chemistry Analyzers Supplies - Naval Hospital Sigonella due 7/19/26. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 325413 and PSC 6550.
Primary Contact
Name
Carol Uebelacker   Profile
Phone
(210) 952-8111

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA) > DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY
FPDS Organization Code
97DH-HT9406
Source Organization Code
500173248
Last Updated
July 4, 2026
Last Updated By
carol.e.uebelacker.civ@health.mil
Archive Date
July 20, 2026