65--Roche, Modular Pre-Analytics (MPA)

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 20, intends to engage in sole source negotiations with Roche Diagnostics Corporation for the procurement of the Modular Pre-Analytics (MPA) system, including specific components such as the MPA model B-22, Sample Buffering Units, Turn Unit Lines, Middleware Professional 8.10, and related services. This action will be conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures for Commercial Items Test Program, following the applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations, and is aligned with pricing under the VA National Acquisition Center Federal Supply Schedule. The acquisition falls under the NAICS code 423450, and the notice clarifies that it is not a solicitation but an intent to negotiate, with all capable sources invited to submit documentation demonstrating their authorization to provide and service the MPA without voiding warranties. Responses must be submitted by 7:00 am on April 4, 2011, and should provide clear evidence of vendor authorization. The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete the contract. The contract will be managed through the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 20 in Vancouver, Washington, and seeks to ensure acquisition of the required modular diagnostics technology and supporting services from a qualified provider capable of meeting the government's specifications and quality requirements.