6515--556-25-2-2993-0050 In Vitro Diagnostic Device 36C25225Q0468
Summary
AI-generated · Aug 27, 2025Procurement is for an automatic histology stainer capable of performing special stains (examples include Warthin-Starry, GMS) with a load-and-go workflow and closed-stain kits to minimize chemical exposure. It must automate slide drying with onboard deparaffinization, include automatic waste separation, and come with a full workstation (computer, keyboard, mouse, UPS, slide-labeling printer, report printer, scanner). It should produce 2D barcodes containing hospital location, case number, part number, block number, slide number, and stain name; accommodate bulk wash solutions and ethanol concentrations; and include installation and training. Size/weight limits are strict: no more than 28 inches deep, 80 inches wide, 30 inches tall, and under 200 pounds (excluding reagents). The requirement is for Brand Name or Equal and will be pursued via an unrestricted RFQ for use at Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, MI.
New information in the presolicitation clarifies the full scope: an unrestricted RFQ for a Brand Name Artisan Link Pro Special Stains System or an equivalent system, with detailed features and deliverables (installation, training, automated drying/deparaffinization, waste separation, barcode capability, full workstation, required dimensions and weight). This notice adds the precise technical expectations and the procurement approach, while current awards show no contract values to date.
The VA Great Lakes Acquisition Center intends to solicit an unrestricted RFQ for Brand Name Artisan Link Pro Special Stains System or Equal Special Stains system for Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center located in Iron Mountain, Michigan. Brand Name MANUFACTURER: Agilent Technologies Inc. DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES Manufacturer Manufacturer Part No QTY. UNIT Artisan Link Pro Special Stains System Agilent Technologies Inc. AR31027 1 EA Salient Characteristics: (Brand Name or Equal) In Vitro Diagnostic Device Automatic stainer for Histology s special stains (i.e. Warthin Starry, GMS, etc.) Multiple ready-to-use stain kits/reagents in closed kits to reduce chemical/fume exposure. Requires minimal user interaction, load and go system. Ability to automate slide drying with onboard deparaffinization. Automatic waste separation feature. Includes a full workstation (computer, keyboard, mouse), UPS, a slide labeling printer, report printer, scanner, etc. Ability to produced 2D barcodes with hospital location, case number, part number, block number, slide number, and stain name. Bulk fluid bottles provided for wash solution and various concentrations of ethanol. Installation and training provided by company. Stainer no bigger than 28 deep and 80 wide and 30 maximum height, weighs less than 200 lbs. (excluding weight with reagents on board). This procurement is being conducted in accordance with FAR Part 12, 13, and 19. Contract will be firm fixed price and the corresponding NAICS Code 339112. This will be an unrestricted RFQ solicitation. Please see Request for Quote (RFQ) document 36C25225Q0468 for details in the near future. This RFQ will be posted on or around Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Offers will be due no later than 12:00. Local Time on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
From Presolicitation posted on Aug 26, 2025ARTISAN LINK PRO SPECIAL STAINS SYSTEM
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3001 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, Illinois 60064-3048
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