Blood and Blood Products

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 6 intends to award a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contract to the American National Red Cross for the supply of blood and blood products. The goods will support the Hampton VA Medical Center’s pathology and laboratory blood banks. The contract will be a base year with four optional one‑year extensions (up to five years total). Although this is a sole‑source notice (not a competitive solicitation), any vendor that can demonstrate the required capability and past experience may submit a written notice of interest for the Government’s consideration. Responses are due by 11:00 AM EST on 29 September 2026; no telephone inquiries are accepted. • Sole‑source award to American National Red Cross • Product: Blood and blood components for VA medical center labs • Contract type: Firm‑fixed‑price, base year + 4 option years (max 5 years) • Submission deadline: 29 Sep 2026, 11:00 AM EST (email inquiries only) • NAICS: 621991 – Blood Banks • Location: Hampton, Virginia (VA) • Contact: Contracting Officer James Risbon (email provided)