B504--Genomic Sequencing Classifier CPT INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 the C.W. Bill Young Veterans Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL, is conducting market research via an Intent to Sole Source / Sources Sought notice. The agency is seeking qualified vendors for Genomic Sequencing Classifier (GSC) testing for thyroid cancer patients. This notice aims to determine potential set-asides for SDVOSBs, VOSBs, or SBs. Responses are due by June 15, 2026, at 14:00 Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an outside/reference laboratory to provide comprehensive, individualized risk assessments for thyroid cancer patients. This includes technical and professional services for the performance and interpretation of genomic-based testing. The testing will deliver critical genomic information to guide treatment decisions, combining GSC and Xpression Atlas (XA) analysis from a single, minimally invasive fine needle aspiration (FNA) sample. Specific tests required include:
- Afirma FNA (CPT Code 81546)
- TERT DNA (CPT 81345)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Intent to Sole Source (Presolicitation)
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine if the requirement can be set aside for SDVOSBs, VOSBs, or SBs. If insufficient responses are received, it may be solicited as unrestricted.
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, 14:00 Eastern Time
- Published: June 3, 2026
Reference Laboratory Requirements
The selected reference laboratory must:
- Be CLIA licensed/approved.
- Provide a copy of licensure upon request.
- Provide preprinted order forms.
- Call all critical results to the provider.
- Provide a written, descriptive, professional report including comments on clinical application.
- A signed VHA HIPAA Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is not required, as reference laboratories are considered continuity of care.
Response Instructions
Interested SDVOSBs, VOSBs, and SBs should reply via email to Michael.Shook@va.gov. Responses must include a capability statement and, if applicable, a letter of supply.
Contact Information
Michael A Shook, Contract Specialist Email: Michael.Shook@va.gov Phone: 813-972-2000 Ext 2819