DA01--VoiceOver Pro Maint - MPLS
ID: 36C26325Q0518Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DA01)

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https://sam.gov/opp/18cd5af4efe646dfa6ce39c31f72bbe6/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contracting Office 23, intends to award a sole source contract to Voicebrook, Inc. for maintenance services of the VoiceOver Pro system. This procurement is necessitated by the proprietary nature of the equipment, which is exclusively supplied by the Original Equipment Manufacturer, thereby limiting third-party installations. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C26325Q0518, is not open for competitive bidding; however, interested vendors may submit capability statements within ten days of the notice, with the agency retaining the right to reconsider the competitive nature of the procurement based on the responses received. Responses are due by March 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM Central Time, and inquiries can be directed to Contract Specialist Robert Bennett at robert.bennett8@va.gov or by phone at 319-339-7079.

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    Robert BennettContract Specialist
    (319) 339-7079
    robert.bennett8@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed price contract to Voicebrook, Inc. for VoiceOver Pro maintenance services in accordance with federal guidelines, specifically under FAR 13.106-1(b). This decision stems from the proprietary nature of the equipment supplied exclusively by the Original Equipment Manufacturer, which precludes any third-party installations. The contract's solicitation number is 36C26325Q0518, and responses are due by March 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM Central Time. The opportunity is not a competitive solicitation; however, interested vendors can submit their capability statements to the agency within ten days of the notice. The agency reserves the right to reconsider the procurement's competitive nature based on the responses received. This special notice complies with federal regulations aimed at transparency in contract actions, allowing potential vendors to express their interest despite acknowledging the proprietary constraints of Voicebrook's offerings.
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