Federal Contract Vehicle Utilization

The contract seeks to leverage existing federal procurement vehicles such as GSA FSS, NASA SEWP, and NAC to streamline the acquisition of a microtome, ensuring that available schedules and pricing under these established contracts are fully utilized to support timely and cost-effective procurement. The effort is centered on identifying and confirming the availability of compliant, pre-vetted suppliers and pricing structures already in place through these federal programs to avoid redundant solicitation processes and expedite delivery. This subcontract opportunity, posted by the Department of Veterans Affairs through the 262-NETWORK Contract Office 22, is targeted for performance in San Diego with a response deadline of May 12, 2026. The NAICS code 423450 indicates the focus is on medical equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers, aligning the requirement with established distribution channels for laboratory and research instrumentation. Participation requires a clear understanding of federal contract vehicles and the ability to demonstrate how existing agreements can be applied directly to meet the need without initiating a new procurement cycle.