INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE Service Contract for the Applied Biosystems CTX QuantStudio 7 Pro Real‑Time PCR Instrument

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its 257-NETWORK Contract Office 17 located in San Antonio, Texas, has issued a special notice to sole source a service contract for the Applied Biosystems CTX QuantStudio 7 Pro Real-Time PCR Instrument. This solicitation, identified by number 2778720060382, was posted on August 9, 2026, with a response deadline of August 14, 2026, at 5:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The contract falls under NAICS code 811210, indicating it relates to other electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance services. The instrument will be serviced at the place of performance in Temple, Texas, with a zip code of 76504. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Ivan T. Torres, reachable via email at Ivan.torres1@va.gov or by phone at 210-818-1489. No set-aside type is designated for this opportunity, meaning it is open to any qualified contractor without preference for small businesses or other categories. The contract is being awarded as a sole source, suggesting that the equipment requires specialized service capabilities or proprietary knowledge only available from a designated provider, likely the manufacturer or an authorized service agent. Interested parties must submit their responses prior to the deadline to be considered. Further details regarding the scope of service, maintenance requirements, and technical specifications are contained in the attached documentation referenced in the contract description. All inquiries and submissions should be directed to the designated point of contact provided.