6505--FY26: VISN 8 Whole Blood and Products
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Sunshine Healthcare Network (VISN 8), serving multiple VA medical centers across Florida—including Bay Pines, North Florida/South Georgia, Miami, Orlando, James A. Haley, and West Palm Beach—has issued presolicitation 36C24826R0066 for the procurement of whole blood and related blood products. The contract requires the delivery of these products by an FDA-registered or licensed blood bank entity accredited by recognized organizations such as the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), the College of American Pathologists (CAP), or the Joint Commission. The contractor must ensure both the quality and compatibility of blood products and provide associated therapeutic services tailored to patient needs. The solicitation encompasses a comprehensive price schedule for a broad range of blood components—including whole blood, red blood cells, platelets, cryoprecipitate, and plasma variants—across all VISN 8 facilities. The procurement aims to maintain an ongoing, reliable supply of these critical products in accordance with strict regulatory and accreditation standards ensuring patient safety. This solicitation was posted on December 12, 2025, with offers due by 11:00 AM EST on January 12, 2026, and is managed by the Network Contracting Office 8 with a primary contracting officer contact identified. While the contract type and explicit performance period details are not explicitly stated, the scope indicates delivery and inspection at the destination VA healthcare facilities throughout VISN 8. The solicitation documentation lacks detailed FAR clauses, evaluation factors, or comprehensive certifications but emphasizes adherence to FDA regulations and blood bank accreditation as foundational requirements. Submission is directed to the Orlando VA Healthcare System or the Tampa regional office, primarily in physical form, without explicit electronic submission protocols. The contract focuses on the highest standards of blood product safety, quality, and service continuity for veterans receiving care within the Florida VA healthcare network.
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