This is a source sought announcement only. The purpose of this notice is to conduct market research and obtain information from qualified potential offerors. No formal solicitation document exists at this time. The Government is not obligated to, nor will it pay for or reimburse any costs associated with responding to these sources sought synopsis request. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. The Government will in no way be bound to this information if any solicitation is issued. The Department of Veterans Affairs Durham VA Medical Center (VAMC) located at 508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705 is seeking potential sources capable to provide all transportation, materials, parts, tools, specialized equipment, labor, supervision, quality control, and technical expertise to procure connecting the Clinitek analyzers. The equipment shall be capable of connecting to the hospital s LIS/HIS system through a compatible HL7 interface. The connection must have the capability of a wired connection to the LIS/HIS. Connectivity shall be in accordance with the laboratory standards for data management and quality oversight. The vendor will provide support services, such as technical support for questions and problem resolution within 24-48 hours of request. All work is to be performed in accordance with the guidelines established by Federal, State and local ordinances, with the FDA and manufacturer s guidelines. The NAICS code for this procurement is 541330 Engineering Services. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in applying physical laws and principles of engineering in the design, development, and utilization of machines, materials, instruments, structures, processes, and systems. The assignments undertaken by these establishments may involve any of the following activities: provision of advice, preparation of feasibility studies, preparation of preliminary and final plans and designs, provision of technical services during the construction or installation phase, inspection and evaluation of engineering projects, and related services; Small Business Size Standards 25.5 million. Responses to this source sought notice should include the following: name and address of company, business size (large or small): identify whether or not firm falls into any of the following socioeconomic categories-8(a), HUBZone, Services Disabled Veteran-Owned/Veteran-Owned Small Business; provide a brief description of qualifications and any other pertinent information which demonstrates the ability to meet the above requirement. Subject line must reflect: UniPOC data Management system Sources Sought. All responses shall be submitted in writing no later than 9:00 AM, Friday, September 19, 2025, to the attention of: Ricardo McIntosh at Ricardo.McIntosh@va.gov.
