Reference Lab Services - Saginaw PoP 08/01/2026-07/31/2031 Implementing EO 14398 DEI Discrimination.

Project ID: 36C25026Q0263 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	VISN 10: Healthcare System
Deadline	05/08/26
Posted	05/07/26
Estimated Value	$2,000,000 - $6,000,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	621511 - Medical Laboratories
PSC	Q301 - Reference Laboratory Testing
Location	US Department of Veterans Affairs Saginaw, MI 48602 United States

Description

Primary Latest Change

Posted: March 24, 2026, 7:05 a.m. EDT

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, MI, is seeking to procure reference laboratory testing services through solicitation number 36C25026Q0263. This acquisition aims to provide necessary labor, management, equipment, deliverables, and support for laboratory testing services essential for patient care. The contract is not set aside for small businesses. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for providing comprehensive reference laboratory testing services which include: specimen preparation and storage; transportation of clinical laboratory specimens; microbiology cultures and stocks; performance of analytical testing; reporting of analytical test results; consultative services; and required reports. The contractor must ensure all necessary supplies for specialized specimen collection, testing, transport, and packaging are provided as needed by the medical centers. Services must be available 7 days a week with specific courier pick-up times outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The contractor is also required to maintain a secured web-based portal system for data interchange and reporting, provide customer service 24/7, and submit monthly reports detailing tests ordered and results. All laboratory services must comply with applicable licensing and accreditation standards. Period of Performance The period of performance for this contract is from August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2031. Place of Performance The primary place of performance will be at the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center located at 1500 Weiss Street, Saginaw, MI 48602.

Current: Posted: May 7, 2026, 7:25 a.m. EDT The purpose of this amendment is to implement EO 14398 DEI Discrimination to this solicitation and contract. Please see below applicable clause. There are no other changes to the terms and conditions of this solicitation. 52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors As prescribed in 22.2203, ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (APR 2026) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause Program participation means membership or participation in, or access or admission to: training, mentoring, or leadership development programs; educational opportunities; clubs; associations; or similar opportunities that are sponsored or established by the contractor or subcontractor. Racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities means disparate treatment based on race or ethnicity in the recruitment, employment (e.g., hiring, promotions), contracting (e.g., vendor agreements), program participation, or allocation or deployment of an entity's resources. (b) In connection with the performance of work under this contract, the Contractor agrees as follows: (1) The Contractor will not engage in any racially discriminatory DEI activities; (2) The Contractor will furnish all information and reports, including providing access to books, records, and accounts, as required by the Contracting Officer, for purposes of ascertaining compliance with this clause; (3) In the event of the Contractor's or a subcontractor's noncompliance with this clause, this contract may be canceled, terminated, or suspended in whole or in part, and the Contractor or subcontractor may be declared ineligible for further Government contracts; (4) The Contractor will report any subcontractor's known or reasonably knowable conduct that may violate this clause to the Contracting Officer and take any appropriate remedial actions directed by the Contracting Officer; and (5) The Contractor will inform the Contracting Officer if a subcontractor sues the Contractor and the suit puts at issue, in any way, the validity of this clause. (6) The Contractor recognizes that compliance with the requirements of this clause are material to the Government's payment decisions for purposes of 31 U.S.C. 3729(b)(4). (c) The Contractor must include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts at any tier, including those for commercial products and commercial services, except those where the place of delivery or performance is outside the United States. (End of clause)

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