Supply and Installation of Slide-Labeling Printers

The contract calls for the supply, delivery, and installation of two on-demand slide-labeling printers designed specifically for histology workflows. These printers must produce durable barcodes capable of withstanding the full range of harsh chemical and thermal processes involved in histological sample preparation without smudging, fading, or detaching. Integration with existing Laboratory Information Systems is a mandatory requirement to ensure seamless workflow automation, accurate sample tracking, and compliance with laboratory standards. The equipment must be fully operational upon installation and compatible with current infrastructure to minimize disruption to daily operations. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 333318 and is being managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs through its 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02. Proposals must be submitted by August 3, 2026, with no designated set-aside classification. The place of performance and exact delivery location are not specified, indicating flexibility in site deployment within the agency’s network. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, and the responsible party for inquiries is not listed, suggesting all communication should be coordinated through the official SAM.gov portal linked in the contract details.