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Microtome Installation and Operational Setup

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Response Deadline09/22/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity with the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 23 involves the physical installation and operational setup of manual microtome units. The selected provider will work for prime contractors to unpack and install equipment at specific facility locations in Minneapolis, including Building 70 and Warehouse 90D, ensuring all delivery and setup activities occur within designated facility access hours to provide fully operational units. The project is categorized under NAICS code 811310 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside. Interested parties must respond by September 22, 2026, for this requirement posted on September 15, 2026.

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Subcontract for installing manual microtome units in Minneapolis for Department of Veterans Affairs.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → Network Contract Office 23 (36C263)View Agency

NAICS

811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and MaintenanceView NAICS

Place of Performance

Minneapolis, MN, 55417, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of 36C26326Q0562.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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6640--Microtome

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PostedSep 15

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Response DeadlineSep 22

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09/22/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTCin 7 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → Network Contract Office 23 (36C263)

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Performs physical installation and operational setup for prime contractors on Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare system projects. Unpacks and installs manual microtome units at designated facility locations, including Bldg 70, Warehouse 90D. Coordinates delivery and setup within VA facility access hours. Delivers a fully installed and operational microtome.

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