(VA-25-00062863) Brand Name South River Technologies -Titan Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)
ID: 36C10B25Q0061Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFTECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER AUSTIN (36C10A)AUSTIN, TX, 78744, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A20)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide two licenses for South River Technologies' Titan Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) software, along with a one-year maintenance and support package, as part of its Electronic Health Record Modernization Integration Office's initiatives. This procurement is critical for enhancing data migration and syndication operations at the Austin Information Technology Center, ensuring secure and efficient file transfers within the VA's IT infrastructure. Interested vendors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, are encouraged to submit their technical capabilities and pricing details by the specified deadline, as this notice serves to gauge interest and does not obligate the government to proceed with procurement. For inquiries, vendors can contact John Sangalang at john.sangalang@va.gov or Stefanie Applegate at stefanie.applegate@va.gov.

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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of two South River Technologies Titan Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) Server High Availability software licenses, which include one year of maintenance and support. This initiative is part of the VA Electronic Health Record Modernization Integration Office's requirements for mission-critical SFTP servers at the Austin Information Technology Center. The notice clarifies that it is solely for planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation, as no funds have been allocated for this endeavor. Interested vendors, especially Service-Disabled Veteran-owned and Veteran-owned businesses, are encouraged to submit responses detailing their technical capabilities, pricing, and compliance with set-aside requirements for SDVOSB/VOSB. Specific instructions for response include addressing product availability, potential customization, and existing contract vehicles. All submissions must be made electronically by a specified deadline. This notice serves to gauge interest and capabilities in meeting the VA's needs without obligating the government to proceed with a procurement action.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for brand-name South River Technologies Titan Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) software. The notice is intended for planning purposes only and does not obligate the government to procure the mentioned products. Specifically, the VA requires two licenses for high availability SFTP software, including one year of maintenance and support, to enhance their mission-critical production servers at the Austin Information Technology Center. Interested vendors, especially Service-Disabled Veteran-owned and Veteran-owned small businesses, are encouraged to respond with their capabilities, pricing, and information relevant to the proposed software solution. Essential aspects of the response should include technical capabilities, commercial availability, pricing, and eligibility certifications. Responses must be submitted electronically by May 27, 2025, to designated contacts within the VA. This process aims to gather information to potentially prepare for future solicitations while ensuring that responses are compliant with set-aside requirements for veteran-owned businesses. The overview emphasizes the VA's commitment to improving its electronic health records infrastructure through reliable and secure data transfer technology.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requires two software licenses for South River Technologies' Titan Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) to enhance data migration and syndication operations at the Austin Information Technology Center. The procurement includes a one-year maintenance and premium support package, ensuring 24/7 assistance. The contract spans a base period from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, with an option for an additional year. Key compliance requirements involve adherence to Section 508 Accessibility standards, ensuring all ICT products are accessible to individuals with disabilities. The contractor must demonstrate this compliance upon delivery and support a transition away from Social Security Numbers as primary identifiers, aligning with recent legislation. Additional mandates include IPv6 support and compliance with the VA Technical Reference Model, which guides the integration of technological solutions within the VA framework. The document outlines specific technical support and inspection protocols, as well as the expectation for the contractor to provide deliverables that meet rigorous accessibility and technological standards, underscoring the VA's commitment to modernized and secure IT infrastructure.
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