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6515--EQUIPMENT - LIASON CYCLER - DETROIT
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The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 10 Detroit VA Medical Center, plans to award a sole source contract for a Diasorin Liaison MDX/Integrated Cycler, 110V, under solicitation number 36C25026Q0554. The Detroit VA requires one unit of this specific equipment, identified by part number MOL1001, which is essential because it uniquely supports the FDA-cleared Diasorin Candida auris PCR surveillance test. This test is critical for complying with VHA Directive 1131 and CDC recommendations for Candida auris screening, offering prompt diagnostic results that can be directly entered into medical records, while also reducing reagent use, repeat testing, and potential bed closures during outbreaks. Diasorin Molecular LLC, located in Cypress, CA, is the sole source vendor qualified to supply, install, and maintain this specific cycler without voiding the warranty or compromising service agreements. The government believes no other supplier can meet these technical requirements or offer the necessary clinical and regulatory compliance. This firm-fixed price contract will be negotiated exclusively with Diasorin Molecular LLC, and no competitive solicitation is planned. However, interested parties may submit evidence demonstrating advantages of competition by June 15, 2026. Contract management is overseen by Contract Specialist Natalie Harris and Contracting Officer Kellie Konopinski.
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Notice of Intent to Sole Source Requirement
Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 10 Detroit VA Medical Center, intends to negotiate a Sole Source award under RFO 12.
The Detroit VA Medical Center requires Quantity 1, Diasorin Liaison MDX/Integrated Cycler, 110V, Part number: MOL1001
Qty. Part Number Description 1 MOL1001 LIAISON MDX/INTEGRATED CYCLER, 110V
The associated NAICS code is 339112.
The Vendor will be Diasorin Molecular LLC., 11331 Valley View St., Cypress, CA 90630
Diasorin Molecular LLC. is needed because they can provide the exact item, the installation, and service support as needed, in accordance with the service agreement, without voiding any warranties. The Liaison MDX/Integrated Thermocycler is the only thermocycler that can read, interpret, and report Diasorin Candida auris (C.auris) surveillance test. Diasorin is the only FDA-cleared clinical test (U.S.) This equipment will also follow the VHA Directive 1131 and CDC recommendations for Candida auris screening. Sample to answer (direct swab, minimal prep) uses minimum reagents, reduces repeat testing, and limits outbreak-related bed closures. Candida auris PCR detection-clinically authorized Results are diagnostic and reportable immediately; the results can be entered directly into the medical record. Minimum documentation is required.
The firm-fixed priced contract is anticipated and shall be awarded. It is the government's belief that the only proposed candidate possesses the capabilities required to meet this requirement successfully. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only this source. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. It s not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available. Any responses to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competitions would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. (EST) on June/15/2026.
Natalie Harris, Contract Specialist, natalie.harris4@va.gov Kellie Konopinski, Contracting Officer, kellie.konpinski@va.gov
