Clinical Reference Laboratory Testing Services
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
DHA ENTERPRISE MED SUPPORT EMS-CD
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
HT001526RE001SYNOPSIS
NAICS
621511 - Medical Laboratories
Classification Code
Q301
Additional Details
The Defense Health Agency (DHA), operating under the Department of Defense, has issued a Special Notice to inform industry partners of an upcoming procurement for Clinical Reference Laboratory Testing Services (CRLTS). This pre-solicitation notice serves as an advanced notification to facilitate proposal planning for interested contractors. The requirement is a follow-on to the current contract (W81K04-21-D-0001) held by LabCorp Inc., which is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2026.
The primary objective of this procurement is to secure comprehensive, nonpersonal clinical reference laboratory testing services that encompass a menu of approximately 6,960 specialized medical tests. These tests are beyond the in-house capabilities, capacity, or infrastructure of the Government and are essential to supporting approximately 205 Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) worldwide. The contractor will be responsible for providing these services on a global scale, ensuring timely and accurate laboratory results that directly support the healthcare mission of the Military Health System.
A critical technical requirement for this contract is the establishment and maintenance of a secure, bidirectional electronic interface between the contractor’s commercial Laboratory Information System (LIS) and the Government’s MHS Genesis electronic health record system. This interface must facilitate seamless data exchange while adhering to stringent Department of Defense cybersecurity standards, including compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 framework. These requirements are designed to safeguard sensitive health information and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of patient data.
The anticipated acquisition strategy involves a full and open competition, with no set-aside restrictions, inviting participation from all qualified entities. The Government intends to award a single Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract, featuring a five-year base ordering period and one five-year optional ordering period, for a total potential contract duration of ten years. Task orders under this contract will be issued on a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) basis, with the possibility of utilizing Contract Ordering Official Card (COOC) or Government Purchase Card (GPC) orders as appropriate. The source selection process will employ a Performance Price Tradeoff (PPT) methodology, wherein non-price factors such as technical capability, performance risk, and small business subcontracting participation will be significantly more important than price.
The procurement is classified under NAICS code 621511 (Medical Laboratories), with Product Service Code Q301. The place of performance is the United States, supporting a global network of military healthcare facilities. The contracting activity is managed by DHA Enterprise Medical Support EMS-CD, a federal office within the Defense Health Agency.
Interested parties should note that this notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). The Government does not commit to awarding a contract as a result of this notice and will not accept unsolicited proposals at this stage. The anticipated release date for the formal solicitation is on or about May 13, 2026, with no major modifications expected from the previously posted Draft RFP. Contractors are encouraged to monitor SAM.gov for updates and the official release of the solicitation.
For further information, the primary point of contact is Tamara Fenwick ([email protected]), with Michael T. Bilicki ([email protected]) as the secondary contact. The notice remains active, and all relevant details and future updates will be available through the official SAM.gov opportunity listing.
This opportunity represents a significant, long-term requirement for specialized laboratory testing services in support of military healthcare operations, with a strong emphasis on technical integration, cybersecurity, and global service delivery.