This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals or quotes. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding: (1) The availability and capability of qualified business sources that can provide same day - morning pick-up and results by 4pm EST of the following blood tests: Heparin induced platelet antibody CPT, code 86022 (58 per year) Heparin Assay CPT, code 85520 (2-5 per year) to aid in the diagnosis of heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) to determine appropriate treatment at the VA Medical Center in Brockton, MA. (2) To determine the availability of potential businesses interested. The NAICS code for this service is 621511 and the size standard is $13.5 million. Contract duration will be a base year with option years. THIS IS STRICTLY MARKET RESEARCH THAT WILL ASSIST THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, BOSTON HEALTHCARE SYSTEM PLAN THEIR ACQUISITION STRATEGY. Proposals will not be accepted at this time. General Statement of Need: The information provided is NOT intended to be a solicitation for proposals but rather for potential small businesses in determining their capability to meet requirements. Exact specifications and requirements will be addressed in the solicitation. The VA intends to make one award. Upon request by the VA, the contractor shall provide same day results of blood tests. VA Medical Facility. VA Medical Center, 940 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA 02301 I. Services. A. Same day results of Heparin induced platelet antibody CPT, code 86022 (58 per year) and Heparin Assay CPT, code 85520 (2-5 per year) blood tests. II. Response Time. Same Day - Morning pick-up and results by 4pm EST.

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