6640--Brand Name Only Purchase of Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 5

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 6, has issued a Sources Sought notice under solicitation 36C24626Q0805 for market research purposes. The objective is to identify potential sources for the brand name only purchase of two Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 5 Real-Time PCR Systems, including workstations, software licenses, and accessories. This requirement specifically includes the trade-in and removal of an existing Applied Biosystems 7500 Fast Dx instrument. The scope of work extends beyond equipment delivery to include installation, calibration, operational verification, training, and the provision of annual PM/Q maintenance services. The project will be performed at the VA Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-aside, and the government will not accept substitute or equivalent products. Interested respondents must be registered in the System for Awards Management and the Small Business Administration Dynamic Small Business Search, and they must provide a capabilities statement and relevant certifications to the contract specialist by August 12, 2026. Final acceptance of the contract is contingent upon the successful completion of delivery, installation, and operational verification, as well as approval from the Contracting Officer's Representative.