Tissue Tek 6 Vacuum Infiltration Processor
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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 Defense Health Agency (DHA), under the Department of Defense, is soliciting proposals for two Tissue-Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum Infiltration Processors (230W/50Hz) for use in Landstuhl, Germany. This Solicitation aims to procure advanced equipment for high-volume pathology laboratories, ensuring efficient and safe tissue processing. Offers are due by June 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of two (2) Tissue-Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum Infiltration Processors (Brand Name or Equal). Key features include automatic reagent quality monitoring with "Solution Manager" alerts, a floor-standing design, advanced Solution Manager for automated reagent transfers, Safe-Fill Mode, and Power Outage Protection. Each unit must accommodate up to 300 cassettes per run, support conventional and continuous loading workflows, and feature a Smart Cleaning cycle with automated paraffin wax melting. The system requires a large color touchscreen user interface with real-time status updates and remote monitoring capabilities, along with an integrated activated carbon filter system. Additional services include installation, training, a standard warranty, and door-to-door delivery.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Firm Fixed Price)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS: 339112
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED
- Offer Due Date: June 1, 2026, 12:00 PM
- Published Date: June 2, 2026
- Delivery Date: On or Before August 21, 2026
- Inspection & Acceptance: Destination (Landstuhl, Germany)
Evaluation
Award will be made using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process. The successful offeror will be the responsible quoter with the lowest evaluated price that meets or exceeds all technical acceptability standards. The technical factor will evaluate compliance with salient characteristics, while the price factor will assess reasonableness based on adequate price competition.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference. Full text of these clauses is available electronically. Delivery is FOB Destination.