6550--Blood Culture Detection, ID and Susceptibility Testing

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole-source, firm fixed-price contract to Biomerieux Inc. for the provision of consumables and supplies related to Blood Culture Detection, Identification, and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing. This contract, with solicitation number 36C24226Q0333, will span from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2031, and will support multiple VA Medical Center locations, ensuring continuity of patient care following the expiration of the current contract on March 31, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 334516 and is managed by the 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 within the Department of Veterans Affairs, located in Albany, NY. This is a follow-on award intended to maintain uninterrupted clinical testing capabilities critical for patient treatment. While this notice is not a solicitation and competitive proposals will not be sought, the agency has requested voluntary sources of information by February 12, 2026, to assist in future procurement planning. No payments will be made for the information submitted. The contracting officer overseeing this award is Wilmen Joa, who can be contacted via the provided email for additional inquiries.