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SAMDAILY.US - ISSUE OF FEBRUARY 27, 2025 SAM #8493
SOURCES SOUGHT

66 -- Sysmex XN-550 Hematology Analyzer

Notice Date

2/25/2025 3:30:00 PM
 

Notice Type

Sources Sought
 

NAICS

334516 — Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
 

Contracting Office

FA4690 28 CONS PKC ELLSWORTH AFB SD 57706-4947 USA
 

ZIP Code

57706-4947
 

Solicitation Number

ELLSWORTH_MDG_12235240
 

Response Due

3/7/2025 2:00:00 PM
 

Archive Date

03/07/2025
 

Point of Contact

Deanine R. Rogers, Phone: 6053852108, Joshua Johnson, Phone: 6053851734
 

E-Mail Address

deanine.rogers.3@us.af.mil, joshua.johnson.233@us.af.mil
(deanine.rogers.3@us.af.mil, joshua.johnson.233@us.af.mil)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
 

Description

This Sources Sought (SS) / Request for Information (RFI) is issued solely for market research purposes in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10 and is not a solicitation for proposals. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract nor otherwise pay for any information provided in response. The Government will use information received in response to this notice to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for the requirement. The 28th Medical Group (28 MDG) at Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota requires one (1) Hematology Analyzer to perform complete blood counts and other hematological analyses in support of patient care. 1. The Government is considering: Brand-Name five-year lease (base and four option years) for a Sysmex XN-550 Hematology Analyzer. Please see the attached Statement of Work for detailed requirement information. This request is specifically for a Sysmex XN-550 because this model has proven to be reliable and low maintenance, it will ensure continuity of care without interruption, continued interface with regional partners, and zero downtime for equipment validation, personnel training and the re-writing of local operation instructions. NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT INTEND TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL FOR THIS PROJECT WHEN IT IS FORMALLY ADVERTISED, PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT A RESPONSE TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT / RFI. 2. Information Requested: All interested parties are invited to provide information about your company/institution, or any teaming or joint venture partners. Interested vendors are requested to submit the following information, clearly indicating whether you are providing information: Company name/Company Address Point of contact with phone number and email address CAGE code Business size status (e.g., small business, large business) Website (if applicable). Confirm availability of the item and provide lead time for delivering/installation If submitting your company believes an ""Or Equal"" alternative can meet the governments needs, please include: Manufacturer and model number. Detailed product specifications and brochures. Explanation of how the proposed alternative meets or exceeds the capabilities of the Sysmex XN-550, specifically addressing: Throughput capabilities Test menu and parameters offered Accuracy and precision data User-friendliness and software features Maintenance requirements and service support Availability and lead time. The 28th Medical Group (28 MDG) Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) will review all ""or equal"" alternatives submitted through this sources sought / RFI to determine acceptability and whether the alternate Hematology Analyzer can meet the needs of the MTF. 3. Submission Instructions: All responses must be submitted electronically to deanine.rogers.3@us.af.mil no later than 3:00 PM MDT, Friday, 7 March 2025. Please include ""Sources Sought / RFI - Hematology Analyzer"" in the subject line of the email. Questions relevant to this notice shall be sent electronically to the above email address. All communication shall be in writing and submitted electronically with reference ""Sysmex XN-550 Hematology Analyzer."" NO PHONE INQUIRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. 4. Disclaimer: This Sources Sought / RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government is not obligated to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement or any follow-up requests. The Government shall not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for any improperly identified information.
 

Web Link

SAM.gov Permalink
(https://sam.gov/opp/22093f162214424799f945c6cc061a1a/view)
 

Place of Performance

Address: Ellsworth AFB, SD 57706, USA

Zip Code: 57706

Country: USA
 

Record

SN07353484-F 20250227/250225230041 (samdaily.us)
 

Source

SAM.gov Link to This Notice
(may not be valid after Archive Date)

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