Q301--Reference Lab Services - Saginaw PoP 08/01/2026-07/31/2031
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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 Network Contracting Office 10, is soliciting proposals for Reference Laboratory Testing Services for the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. This acquisition is for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract with a period of performance from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2031. This opportunity is not set aside for small business concerns. Responses are due by May 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET.
Purpose & Scope of Work
The VA seeks comprehensive reference laboratory testing services, encompassing all necessary labor, management, equipment, deliverables, and support. Key services include:
- Specimen preparation, storage, and transportation (including courier and flight services with specified pick-up times).
- Microbiology cultures and stocks.
- Performance of analytical testing and reporting of results.
- Consultative services.
- Provision of all necessary supplies for specimen collection, testing, transport, and packaging.
- Requirement for on-site processing personnel.
- Integration with a secured web-based portal (LEDI system) and the VA EHR computer system.
- Reporting critical results within two hours of completion.
- Laboratories must be fully licensed/accredited (e.g., CAP, TJC) and certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: 36C25026Q0263
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2031
- Minimum Guarantee: $2,000.00 for the Federal Fiscal Year of award
- Maximum Contract Value: $4,000,000.00 over the life of the contract
- NAICS Code: 621511 (Medical Laboratories), Small Business Size Standard: $41.5 Million
- PSC: Q301 (Medical- Laboratory Testing)
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is NOT set aside for small business concerns.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: April 8, 2026, by 12:00 PM ET.
- Responses Due: May 8, 2026, by 4:30 PM ET.
- Submission Method: Email to Morgan.Stein@va.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: Comparative analysis based on Price, Technical, Past Performance, and SDVOSB/VOSB Status.
- Required Submissions: Bidders must complete and submit a detailed Price Cost Schedule (Excel template), a Wage Determination Information certification, and be aware that a Past Performance Questionnaire will be used to gather feedback from previous customers.
Compliance & Financial Notes
Bidders must ensure compliance with Department of Labor Wage Determinations (SCA WD 2015-4865) for Saginaw County, Michigan. The solicitation also outlines specific procedures for utilizing purchase cards for unlisted or unavailable tests, requiring contractor tracking and monthly reporting via a "PURCHASE CARD TRACKER" spreadsheet. A "Declining Balance Spreadsheet" is provided, indicating the financial tracking structure for task orders.