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ID: 36C241250090 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation • Match:  85%
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Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

This Solicitation is being issued as Request for Quote (RFQ) 36C24125Q0090. The government anticipates awarding a single five (5) year Fixed Priced Blanket Purchase Agreeement resulting from this solicitation. The 5-year Ordering Period has the approximate start date of March 15, 2025, through March 14, 2030.

This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-01 (11/12/2024) and can be found at FAR | Acquisition.GOV.

The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 621511 with a small business size standard of $25.5 Million dollars annually (yearly). This solicitation is Small Business Set-Aside (SDVOSB).

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information is at www.sam.gov. Confirmation of SAM registration will be validated prior to awarding one Blanket Purchase Agreement.

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing this solicitation as Request for Quote (RFQ) 36C24125Q0090 to establish a Firm-Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement for Semen Analysis services. This contract aims to support Laboratory/Pathology Departments within VISN 1, ensuring high-quality clinical testing for both non-vasectomy and post-vasectomy patients.
The contract aligns with the VA's mission to provide comprehensive healthcare services to veterans.

Work Details
The contractor will provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to perform semen analysis services in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Specific tasks include:
- Provision of collection kits to VISN 1 VA Medical Centers for patient use at home.
- Collection kit distribution to patients during appointments.
- Analytical testing of semen samples including sperm count, morphology, motility percentage, sample volume, concentration, and calculated total motile count.
- Post-vasectomy analysis including interpretation of results.
- Shipping costs for transporting clinical laboratory specimens.
- Follow-up reminders to patients regarding specimen submission.
- Reporting analytical test results and providing consultative services as needed.

The contractor must ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain quality control standards as required by CAP/TJC/CLIA.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract is from March 15, 2025, through March 14, 2030.

Place of Performance
Services will be performed at various locations within VISN 1 VA Medical Centers including facilities in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine.
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Overview

Agency
VISN 1: New England Healthcare System (VISN-1) [VA - VHA]
Response Deadline
Jan. 29, 2025, 12:04 p.m. EST Past Due
Posted
Jan. 8, 2025, 7:14 a.m. EST
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
NAICS
621511 - Medical Laboratories
PSC
Q301 - Reference Laboratory Testing
Place of Performance
Manchester, NH 03104 United States
Source
Open
Current SBA Size Standard
$41.5 Million
Pricing
Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Vehicle Type
Blanket Purchase Agreement
Signs of Shaping
97% of obligations for similar contracts within the Veterans Health Administration were awarded full & open.
On 1/8/25 VISN 1: New England Healthcare System issued Synopsis Solicitation 36C241250090 for Semen Analysis due 1/29/25. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 621511 (SBA Size Standard $41.5 Million) and PSC Q301.
Primary Contact
Name
Cynthia Thompson   Profile
Email
cynthia.thompson2@va.gov
Phone
60362443665842

Secondary Contact

Name
Sheryl Anthony   Profile
Email
sheryl.anthony@va.gov
Phone
(781) 971-1583

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF > VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF > 241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)
FPDS Organization Code
3600-00241
Source Organization Code
100176746
Last Updated
Feb. 13, 2025
Last Updated By
cynthia.thompson2@va.gov
Archive Date
Feb. 13, 2025