R605--Various eJournals Subscription FY25 (VA-25-00010596)
ID: 36C77625Q0009Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFPCAC HEALTH INFORMATION (36C776)INDEPENDENCE, OH, 44131, USA

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: LIBRARY (R605)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/aac3a2b9528245a2982cbd55bc23e841/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from contractors for the procurement of various eJournal subscriptions for fiscal year 2025, as outlined in the Sources Sought Notice (36C776-24-AP-2240). The objective is to establish a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for a one-year period, providing access to a curated collection of key medical and health sciences journals that are essential for clinical decision-making across the VA healthcare system. This initiative is critical for enhancing the quality of care provided to veterans by ensuring that healthcare professionals have timely access to the latest research and clinical findings. Interested contractors must submit their capabilities, including business size and proof of publisher reseller status, by November 1, 2024, to Erich T. Hoffman at Erich.Hoffman@va.gov, with no obligation for the VA to provide feedback on submissions.

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    Erich T. HoffmanContract Specialist
    (216) 447-8300
    Erich.Hoffman@va.gov
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    2025 SOW Various eJournal Subscriptions.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) seeks to implement a one-year subscription for a web-based electronic journal collection to enhance clinical decision-making across its healthcare system. The Library Network Office (LNO) has curated a selection of key medical and health sciences journals, identified by VHA clinical staff, critical for timely reference during patient care. The subscription will encompass various prominent titles, including "Journal of Clinical Oncology" and "Annals of Internal Medicine," and will be accessible to all VHA network sites using enterprise-level IP authentication to facilitate immediate and simultaneous access. The contractor is responsible for ensuring that the journals are current, with no embargo on full-text availability, allowing for unrestricted sharing among VA colleagues. This Statement of Work reflects VHA’s commitment to providing high-quality, up-to-date resources to support healthcare professionals in making informed decisions based on the latest research and clinical findings.
    36C77625Q0009.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (36C77625Q0009) seeking information for the procurement of various eJournal subscriptions for the fiscal year 2025. This notice is intended for information and planning purposes only and is not a formal solicitation. The VA anticipates a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for a one-year period. Interested contractors must provide specific details, including their business capabilities, contact information, and proof of publisher reseller status by November 1, 2024. They should also specify their business size and years in operation. Responses to this notice will not be returned, nor will the VA provide feedback on submissions. The notice emphasizes that it does not form a binding contract and all responses marked as proprietary will be managed accordingly. The document underscores the VA's commitment to acquiring resources that support its operations in serving veterans while detailing the procedures and expectations for potential contractors.
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