6550--Abbott Architect i1000 Reagents and Consumables
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262) · Response deadline: Fri, 13 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking small businesses to supply Abbott Architect i1000 reagents and consumables. These are laboratory supplies used with the Abbott Architect i1000SR immunochemistry analyzer, a diagnostic instrument commonly deployed in hospital and clinical laboratory settings for testing blood and other bodily fluids. Reagents and consumables for this platform typically include test-specific reagent packs, calibrators, controls, sample cups, and other disposables required to operate the instrument and produce accurate patient results.
This procurement is classified under Federal Supply Classification code 6550, which covers surgical and medical instruments, equipment, and supplies not elsewhere classified. The VA's specific needs for quantities, delivery schedules, and any unique technical requirements would be detailed in the full solicitation documents.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Veterans Affairs, Department of VA |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C26227Q0073 |
| NAICS | 325413 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 13, 2026, 1:00 PM PT |
| Place of performance | Tucson, AZ |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside entirely for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside—Total program. Only firms that qualify as small under NAICS code 325413 may submit offers. NAICS 325413 corresponds to in-vitro diagnostic substance manufacturing, with Small Business Administration size standards based on employee count or annual receipts.
To compete, your business must:
- Be registered and active in SAM.gov
- Have valid NAICS 325413 in your SAM profile
- Meet the SBA size standard for this NAICS code
- Be certified as small and independent (not dominant in your field)
- Have any required manufacturing or distribution authorizations from Abbott for the specific reagents and consumables, if such arrangements are mandated
Firms should verify their current size status in SAM and confirm no exclusions apply.
How to put together a competitive bid
For medical laboratory supply contracts, evaluators typically assess price, technical capability, and past performance. Practical steps for this opportunity:
Verify product access. Abbott Architect i1000 reagents are proprietary to Abbott and often distributed through authorized channels. Confirm whether you can source genuine OEM products or if the VA accepts alternatives. See the solicitation for any brand-name justification or sole-source requirements.
Demonstrate laboratory supply experience. Highlight prior contracts supplying diagnostic reagents, consumables, or clinical chemistry supplies to VA facilities, other federal hospitals, or commercial laboratories. Emphasize cold-chain handling, lot tracking, and expiration date management if applicable.
Address delivery and reliability. Tucson, AZ, is the specified place of performance—likely a VA medical center or outpatient clinic. Propose realistic lead times, inventory support, and emergency replenishment procedures. The VA prioritizes uninterrupted laboratory operations.
Review pricing structure carefully. Reagent contracts may involve tiered pricing, estimated annual quantities, or blanket purchase agreements. See the solicitation for the specific pricing format and any government-furnished information about historical usage.
Confirm regulatory compliance. Diagnostic substances may require FDA clearances, quality certifications, or adherence to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards. Prepare documentation of your quality management system and supplier qualifications.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C26227Q0073 to review detailed requirements, evaluation criteria, and attachment instructions.
Note the firm deadline: November 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. Allow ample time for SAM registration updates, document preparation, and electronic submission through the designated system.
Submit questions early if any ambiguities exist regarding product specifications, authorized sourcing, or delivery requirements.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →