36C255-25-AP-1317 Rapid AI Software & Support
ID: 36C255-25-AP-1317Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - PLATFORM SUPPORT SERVICES: DATABASE, MAINFRAME, MIDDLEWARE (LABOR) (DH01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e983a1b095984341bad54c0a0b9b30bc/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide ongoing support and maintenance for RAPID AI software at the Kansas City VA Medical Center. The procurement aims to ensure 24/7 technical support, regular software updates, system performance monitoring, and optimization recommendations, with a contract expected to cover a 12-month base period and four additional option periods. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the operational efficiency of the VA healthcare system, ensuring compliance with federal laws and regulations regarding recordkeeping and information security. Interested vendors must respond by June 23, 2025, detailing their capabilities and relevant qualifications, and can contact Teresa Cabanting at teresa.cabanting@va.gov or 913-946-1976 for further information.

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    Teresa Cabanting
    (913) 946-1976
    teresa.cabanting@va.gov
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    SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide ongoing support and maintenance for RAPID AI software at the Kansas City VA Medical Center. This Sources Sought Notice is designed to gather information about potential sources that can fulfill the requirements under NAICS code 541511. It's important to note that this document is for planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. The main objectives include providing 24/7 technical support, conducting regular software updates, monitoring system performance, and offering optimization recommendations. The contract is expected to cover a 12-month base period with four additional option periods. Interested vendors must respond by June 23, 2025, outlining their capabilities, including size classification under the designated NAICS code, vendor identification numbers, existing federal contracts, and manufacturer authorization letters. Specific deliverables required include availability of technical support, maintenance logs, monthly performance reports, and recommendations for optimization. Additionally, the document emphasizes compliance with confidentiality, records management, and the ownership of all data produced under the contract by the Kansas City VAMC, ensuring that all operations meet federal laws and regulations concerning recordkeeping and information security. This initiative aligns with government procurement processes aimed at enhancing services within the VA healthcare system.
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