Fresno Blood and Blood Products

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a sole source contract for the provision of blood and blood products to the Central California Health Care System. The contract is for a one-year period, with an estimated completion date of May 31, 2027. The contractor will be required to provide blood and blood products on an "as needed" basis, with delivery to be made within two hours for STAT orders and four hours for stock orders. The contractor must also maintain a current license with the FDA and accreditation with the American Association of Blood Banks. Some key points of the contract include: • The contractor must provide 100% volunteer donor blood. • The contractor must deliver blood and blood products within the specified timeframes. • The contractor must maintain proper storage and handling facilities for the blood. • The contractor must provide reference lab services for red cell antibody identification. • The contractor must report any adverse reactions to the VA within 24 hours.