M5-Q52A-04-R6: 65VII Invitro Diagnostics, Reagents, Test Kits, & Test Sets

This contract, identified by solicitation number M5-Q52A-04-R6, is a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) action issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs through its National Acquisition Center, focusing on the procurement of in vitro diagnostics, reagents, test kits, and test sets under NAICS code 325413. The solicitation operates under a commercial item framework governed by FAR 52.212-3 and 52.212-4, requiring offerors to provide accurate representations and certifications through SAM, including Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), CAGE codes for ownership hierarchy, and socioeconomic status such as small business, veteran-owned, HUBZone, or 8(a) status. Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to vafssoffers@va.gov, adhering to specific naming conventions and file format requirements—Word, Excel, and PDF are permitted, but zip files and thumb drives are prohibited. The delivery model employs an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) structure with orders fulfilled against pre-negotiated contract lines, and all deliveries must meet a 10-day ARO (after receipt of order) standard. F.O.B. terms include Destination, Inland Carrier at Exportation, and Inland Point in Country of Importation, with the contractor assuming responsibility for packaging, preservation, and shipping to meet MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129 for military shipments, or Federal Standard 123 for civilian deliveries. Hazardous materials must comply with DOT, IATA, IMDG, and OSHA regulations, and all items require indelible labeling with contractor information, contract number, part number, and shipping data. The contract incorporates multiple FAR and GSAM-mandated clauses, including Small Business Subcontracting Plan with all four alternates, Limitations on Subcontracting, Equal Opportunity for Veterans and Workers with Disabilities, Combating Trafficking in Persons, and Trade Agreements with three alternates. Packaging and marking must adhere to strict standards, and non-conforming items risk corrective action at the contractor’s expense. Invoicing is exclusively electronic via VA EIPP or X12 EDI, with no WAWF usage specified. The Government retains inspection and acceptance rights at origin or destination under FAR 52.246-2, with acceptance based solely on conformance to contract specifications. Pricing information is not disclosed in the solicitation, and