6550--Test Kits and Reagents - Full and Open Competition
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically Network Contracting Office 01, is seeking domestic commercial items for Test Kits and Reagents. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for a Firm-Fixed Price contract. The procurement is conducted under Full and Open Competition with no set-aside. Quotes are due June 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The VA requires various single-cell multiomic reagent bundles and kits, including:
- Single Cell Multiome ATAC + Gene Expression Reagent Bundle (16 rxns and 4 rxns)
- Chip J Single Cell Kit (48 reactions)
- Single Index Kit N Set A
- Dual Index Kit TT Set A (96 reactions)
- Decoding Reagents (1 run, 2 slides)
- Decoding Consumables (1 run, 2 slides)
- Cell Segmentation Add-on Kit (2 rxns)
- Slides & Sample Prep Reagents (2 slides, 2 rxns)
These kits and reagents must support a broad range of genomic research tasks, such as single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), single-cell ATAC sequencing (scATAC-seq), single-cell multiome (RNA + ATAC), single-cell DNA sequencing (scDNA-seq), spatial transcriptomics, cellular barcoding, single-cell epigenomics, and gene expression profiling of rare cell populations. Key technical requirements include droplet-based microfluidics, high sensitivity and resolution, comprehensive applications, and proven performance validated in peer-reviewed literature. Products must function in intended systems without voiding warranties.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: One year
- Place of Performance: VA CT Healthcare System, West Haven Medical Center, West Haven, CT 06516, UNITED STATES
- NAICS Code: 325413 (Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6550 (In Vitro Diagnostic Substances, Reagents, Test Kits And Sets)
- Set-Aside: None (Full and Open Competition)
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: June 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST
- Questions Deadline: May 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST
- Submission Method: Email to Tara.Dossiema@va.gov
- Required Submissions: Price, Technical, and Past Performance. Offerors must also state acceptance of terms and conditions or list exceptions. Pricing should be identified on page 1 of the attached combined synopsis solicitation sheet.
- Evaluation Criteria: Comparative evaluation based on Technical/Quality and Price. Technical evaluation will assess experience, capabilities, and approach to meet SOW requirements. Price will be the sum of all line-item prices. Award will be made to the quote most favorable to the Government.
- Instructions: Offerors must follow instructions in FAR 52.212-1 and evaluation criteria in FAR 52.212-2.
Eligibility & Registration
- SAM.gov Registration: Required prior to award.
- VetCert Registration: Required prior to award for veteran-owned businesses. Vendors claiming Small Business status under the Veteran's First Contracting Program must be verified by the SBA.
- VA Vendorization: Vendors must complete Form 10091 at https://www.cep.fsc.va.gov/ to be a qualified VA vendor.
Additional Notes
This is an RFQ, and a separate written solicitation document will not be issued. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any amendments.