DB02--INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE Synoptic Reporting Software PITTSBURGH VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
ID: 36C24425Q0259Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE SUPPORT SERVICES, NON-HPC (LABOR) (DB02)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e5a955bc77af414ba7920eb753c451d9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 4, intends to issue a sole source contract for Pathology Synoptic Reporting Software for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center, negotiating exclusively with MTUITIVE INC. This procurement aims to provide software user licenses, installation, user training, and ongoing support for the Anatomic Pathology department, which is crucial for efficient pathology reporting and monitoring of cancer cases. The contract will span a base year plus two option years, commencing on February 1, 2025, with on-site services required to comply with federal security protocols. Interested vendors must submit a one-page capability statement by January 13, 2025, to the Contracting Specialist, Christa Stine, at christa.stine@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christa StineContracting Specialist
    (570) 824-3521
    christa.stine@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs' Network Contracting Office 4 intends to issue a sole source contract for Pathology Synoptic Reporting Software for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center, negotiating exclusively with MTUITIVE INC. This initiative falls under FAR 13.106-1. Interested vendors must respond by January 13, 2025, with a one-page capability statement. The project involves providing software user licenses, installation, user training, and ongoing support for the Anatomic Pathology department, essential for efficient pathology reporting and cancer case monitoring. The contract will span a base year plus two option years, beginning on February 1, 2025, and will require on-site services following federal security protocols. The contractor will perform installation and training on-site, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards including vaccinations and HIPAA training. As part of the procurement process, the government reserves the right to decide on the necessity of competition based on vendor responses, highlighting the discretion in government contracting processes.
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