6515--VISN 8 Positive Patient Identification System

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8, has issued this sources sought notice to identify potential providers for a Positive Patient Identification System (PPID). This requirement involves the procurement and implementation of a standardized identification solution for all Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service (P&LMS) locations within Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 08. The project is classified under NAICS 621512 for Diagnostic Imaging Centers and PSC 6515 for Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies.

The solicitation, identified by number 36C24826Q0449, aims to gather market research to support the implementation of the system across the regional network. There are three document attachments associated with this notice, including a draft statement of work and specific sources sought documentation, all published on March 16, 2026. Paul Jarret serves as the primary point of contact for this market research phase.

Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of March 31, 2026. While the primary place of performance is not specified beyond the VISN 08 regional laboratory locations, the system is intended to enhance patient safety and diagnostic accuracy within the agency’s clinical pathology infrastructure. No set-aside designation is currently specified for this requirement.