MEDBRIDGE SUBSCRIPTION
ID: 36C25025Q0059Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/89a47a13cb704e5a805dd7d461517f23/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to issue a sole-source solicitation for a Medbridge subscription through the Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center. This procurement is necessitated by the proprietary nature of Medbridge Inc.'s software, which requires original equipment manufacturer support to ensure full functionality, including proprietary licensing and software updates. The Medbridge subscription is critical for providing continuing education credits for therapy professionals, thereby supporting the operational needs of the VA. Interested parties may express their capability to meet this requirement by October 18, 2024, at 5 PM EST, and all inquiries should be directed to the contracting officer, Rachelle Hamer, at rachelle.hamer@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Rachelle Hamer
    44052630307424
    rachelle.hamer@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25025Q0059.docx
    The document outlines a government solicitation for contracting opportunities with the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically under Requisition No. 36C25025Q0059 for a subscription service aimed at providing continuing education credits for therapy professionals. The contract entails a total award amount of approximately $47 million, with a delivery timeframe from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025. The document includes essential details such as solicitation numbers, deadlines for offers, and terms for payment and invoicing. The contracting process emphasizes compliance with various federal regulations, including specific clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR). The primary objective is to ensure a competitive and fair bidding environment while supporting the procurement of services that align with the needs of the VA, particularly focused on the effective management of educational resources for healthcare professionals. The overall structure comprises administrative data, a price/cost schedule, delivery specifics, and contract clauses, underscoring adherence to regulatory requirements throughout the contracting process.
    P03 SSJ_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines the justification for a sole-source request under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) for a Medbridge subscription, identifying the failure to find any alternative suppliers. It details various searches conducted across federal procurement databases, GSA eLibrary, and FDA resources, all yielding no relevant results for "Medbridge subscription." Consequently, the government determined that the acquisition would be made through Open Market due to the absence of authorized distributors, which also precludes meeting the VA and SBA Rule of Two requirements. The Contracting Officer, Rachelle J. Hamer, certified the justification under FAR 13.106-1(b), ensuring the provided reasoning was accurate and complete. This document illustrates the process of market research and compliance with federal procurement regulations in ensuring a justified sole-source procurement, emphasizing that no suitable alternative solutions exist.
    S02 36C25024Q0051 ISS ATTACHMENT.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to issue a sole source solicitation for a Medbridge Subscription through the Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center, per FAR 13.106(b)(1)(i). This decision arises from the proprietary nature of Medbridge Inc.'s software, necessitating original equipment manufacturer support for full functionality. The contract includes proprietary licensing, software updates, and configuration specifically offered by Medbridge. Interested parties may express their capability to meet this requirement by October 18, 2024, at 5 PM EST, which will inform the government's discretion on whether to open the process for competitive bidding. All inquiries regarding the solicitation should be directed to the designated contracting officer, Rachelle Hamer, via email. This notice underscores the VA's emphasis on maintaining high standards in proprietary software services essential for operational functioning.
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