7A21--FCS Express Software NOTICE TO SOLE SOURCE
ID: 36C26226Q0265Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

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Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3a648ef9b9b444b782598de28ff67b5e/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 22, intends to award a sole source contract to DE NOVO SOFTWARE LLC for the renewal of their FCS Express software, which is critical for the VA San Diego Healthcare System's flow cytometry lab to accurately analyze and track patient care data. This procurement is necessary to maintain the current software, as De Novo Software is the only provider capable of delivering these services due to the proprietary nature of the software and the high costs associated with transitioning to a new system. The contract will cover a base year plus four option years, with inquiries and capability statements due by January 19, 2026, to the primary contact, Marcos Diaz, at Marcos.Diaz@va.gov.

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    Diaz, MarcosContract Specialist
    Marcos.Diaz@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22, intends to award a sole source contract to DE NOVO SOFTWARE LLC for the renewal of their FCS Express software. This software is crucial for the VA San Diego Healthcare System's flow cytometry lab to analyze and track patient care data accurately. De Novo Software is the only capable provider due to the proprietary nature of the software and the significant costs associated with implementing a new system, including setup and training. The contract is for a base year plus four option years. This notice is for informational purposes only, and the government will consider responses to determine if a competitive procurement is advantageous. Inquiries and capability statements must be submitted by specific deadlines to Marcos Diaz.
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