6640-- Blood Bank Cost Per Test

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS), is seeking vendors capable of providing Blood Bank Cost Per Test Reagents. The requirement includes a fully automated gel instrument and reagents to perform Type & Screen testing, antibody ID panels, Direct Antiglobulin test, and other capabilities. The contract type will be cost per test with the analyzer included. Key requirements include: • The system must contain continuous, random, and STAT access technology. • The system must have minimal daily maintenance and tracking capabilities. • The system should have technology to prevent sample carryover. • The system must feature error-proof reagent and commodity design. • Sample carriers must be capable of utilizing different tube sizes in one carrier. • The system must have automatic cap, clot, and liquid level detection capabilities. • The system must not utilize proprietary system liquids. • The system must offer up to 24 hours of walkaway time. The VA is seeking responsible vendors to submit electronic capability statements, including the place of manufacture for all equipment and reagents, by July 27, 2026.