CPT Hematology Analyzers

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the 247-NETWORK Contract Office 7 in Augusta, Georgia, is seeking sources for two fully automated hematology analyzers with integrated slide makers, stainers, and data management systems under solicitation number 36C24726Q0645. This notice is a sole-source intent issued under FAR Part 8, with an intended firm-fixed price contract structured on a Cost Per Test/Reportable Result model. The equipment must perform complete blood counts, five-part white blood cell differentials, and optional six-part differentials including immature granulocyte and immature platelet fraction analysis, all using FDA-cleared parameters. Performance must meet a minimum of 90% uptime and 90% operational effectiveness during a 30-day acceptance period, with validation of analytical parameters compliant with CLIA 1988, CLSI, and CAP standards. Installation, comprehensive staff training, and full validation must be completed within 90 days of award at the Atlanta VA Health Care System in Decatur, Georgia. The period of performance runs from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027, with a potential six-month option extension and anticipated annual volume increases of 10–15%. Contractors must supply reagents, controls, and consumables in monthly shipments, adhering to strict labeling requirements including lot numbers and expiration dates with Code 39 or Code 128 barcodes readable at 99% accuracy. Reagents require refrigerated storage supported by uninterruptible power systems and sufficient on-board stability for varying usage volumes. Packaging and preservation standards emphasize environmental sustainability but lack detailed MIL-STD specifications. All contractor personnel must be U.S. citizens, undergo Low Risk background investigations, complete mandatory VA cyber security, privacy, and rules of behavior training, and submit required forms including SF 86 and VA Form 0710 within 30 days of hire. VA data must never be co-mingled with non-VA systems, require FIPS 140-2 encryption, and be sanitized or destroyed per VA Directive 6500.1 upon contract completion. The government retains unlimited rights to data generated under the contract under FAR 52.227-14. Responses must be submitted via email to Amanda Luckie by 3:00 PM EST on July 30, 2026, and b