R420--American College of Surgeons Inc, Commission on Cancer Accreditation
ID: 36C25724Q1001Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: CERTIFICATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS (OTHER THAN EDUC OR INFO TECH C&A) (R420)

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https://sam.gov/opp/84c269ae7c8546cdafd3d8211f5ab8d1/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Special Notice for a sole-source contract with the American College of Surgeons, Commission on Cancer, to provide accreditation services for its North Texas Cancer Program. This procurement aims to ensure uninterrupted accreditation, which is critical for maintaining compliance with best practices in cancer care and supporting the well-being of patients at the North Texas Veterans Health Care System. The contract will cover essential services, including monthly updates on cancer data, triennial surveys, and the provision of a secure online portal for data access, all while adhering to strict IT security and privacy regulations. Interested parties may submit capability statements to the Contracting Officer, Oneka Robertson, at Oneka.Robertson@va.gov by 12:00 PM Central Time on September 20, 2024, to express their interest in this opportunity.

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    Oneka RobertsonContract Officer
    (210) 992-4129
    Oneka.Robertson@va.gov
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    The VA North Texas Health Care System is seeking a contractor for the accreditation of its Nuclear Medicine Service as part of its Cancer Program. This contract’s primary goal is to maintain accreditation, reflecting compliance with best practices in cancer care. Bidders must demonstrate their expertise in large multi-specialty cancer programs, provide relevant licenses, and have the capability to monitor and audit operations. Key responsibilities include providing monthly updates on Cancer Registry data, conducting triennial surveys by qualified consultants, and ensuring a secure online portal for data access. The contractor must follow strict IT security and records management protocols to protect sensitive information. All deliverables and data created will be the property of the U.S. Government. The contract stipulates adherence to privacy regulations, including HIPAA, and requires annual privacy training for involved personnel. This RFP emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement in cancer care services through reliable accreditation.
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    REVISED SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION CO SIGNED.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a sole-source contract with the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer for continued accreditation of its North Texas Cancer Program. This award, justified under FAR 13.106-1(b), aims to cover the accreditation fee previously managed under contract number 36C25724P0009. The necessity for a sole source arises from the specialized requirements for comprehensive cancer program accreditation, which no other available organizations, such as The Joint Commission or the National Cancer Institute, can provide. Market research indicated that no other small vendors or organizations could fulfill the accreditation requirements outlined. The searches across multiple databases established the Commission on Cancer as the only viable option, further confirmed by Google searches. The document concludes with the contracting officer's certification, affirming the accuracy of this justification. This sole-source contract emphasizes the importance of maintaining proper accreditation standards in the Department of Veterans Affairs' cancer programs while navigating rigorous regulatory frameworks.
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