VA Primary Reference Laboratory, Phlebotomy and Courier Services is gathering information for a new laboratory service contract that has an approved Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). The VA Laboratories will be reviewing laboratory accreditation services for high complexity volumes. For further information please see Attachment 2 and Attachments A-E.

This Request for Information (RFI) will be used to formulate a plan that best fits the VISN 1 requirements for laboratory accreditation and quality monitoring. We are exploring options with various levels of contracted service to fit VISN 1 requirements. Your input is vital for a solicitation and contract to be created that ensures a good partnership.

The purpose of  this notice is to inform the public of an upcoming industry days regarding the subject requirement. The industry day will serve as an opportunity to discuss the new requirements and foster continuous communications with industry. Feedback may be used, at the government’s discretion, to support efforts in further refining requirements in anticipation of the release of a formal solicitation.