How to bid on Automated Osmometers with Service for the VA

What the VA is buying and why it matters

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking two automated osmometers, along with a preventive maintenance and service plan, test kits, and supplies. This equipment is for the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Services Department at the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System in Tucson, Arizona.

This opportunity is structured as a single five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with five one-year ordering periods. A BPA is a simplified method of filling anticipated repetitive needs for supplies or services, allowing the government to place orders as needed without issuing new solicitations each time.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on August 04, 2026. All offers must be submitted by August 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions are generally not considered.

At the deadline, the government will review all submitted quotations. The intent is to award a single Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Blanket Purchase Agreement based on these submissions.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can supply automated osmometers, provide associated preventive maintenance and service plans, and supply test kits and other necessary supplies.

The solicitation is open to full and open competition for businesses associated with NAICS code 334516. This code covers Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, which includes osmometers.

How to respond to this solicitation

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning this announcement is the only solicitation, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Offers are being requested now.

To access the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your quotation clearly demonstrates that your proposed osmometers meet all the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics specified in the Statement of Work (Attachment A). Failure to do so may result in your offer being considered non-responsive.

Carefully review Attachment B, the Schedule of Pricing, for a list of product information, line-item numbers, items, quantities, and units of measure. Provide accurate and competitive pricing for all required items and services.

Acknowledge any amendments to the solicitation by filling out the amendment section in your submission. Failure to acknowledge amendments could lead to the rejection of your offer. Check the portal regularly for any updates or amendments before submitting your final quotation.