DA10--UDI Tracker Premium, RFID Data Services
ID: 36C26225Q0281Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7caaeaa98e7c4d21a63ac04977bdc8ce/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors for the procurement of UDI Tracker Premium and RFID Data Services, specifically for the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The primary objectives include implementing Single Sign-On (SSO) capabilities with Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) to enhance user access and ensure compliance with VA directives for tracking biological implants. This initiative is crucial for improving data management and operational efficiency within the VA healthcare system. Interested vendors must submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by December 26, 2024, to Contracting Officer Daniel Ruiz at Daniel.Ruiz@va.gov or by phone at 562-766-2280, as this opportunity may lead to a formal solicitation in the future.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Daniel RuizContracting Officer
    562-76-2280
    Daniel.Ruiz@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0281_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice seeking vendors for UDI Tracker Premium, RFID Data Services. The notice indicates key details such as the solicitation number (36C26225Q0281), response deadline (December 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time), and the contracting office's primary address in Long Beach, California. The Services fall under product service code DA10 and NAICS code 513210. Interested parties must refer to the attached document for the scope of work and additional specifications. The point of contact for this notice is Contracting Officer Daniel Ruiz, reachable via email at Daniel.Ruiz@va.gov or by phone at 562-766-2280. This procurement effort emphasizes the VA's commitment to acquiring innovative health data management solutions to enhance services to veterans, reflecting broader federal efforts to optimize operational efficiency and service delivery.
    36C26225Q0281 0001_1.docx
    This document is a modification to a previous notice regarding the procurement of UDI Tracker Premium and RFID Data Services by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The contracting office is located in Long Beach, CA, with the performance address in Albuquerque, NM. The solicitation number is 36C26225Q0281, and responses are due by 10:00 AM Pacific Time. The project does not involve Recovery Act funds and is classified under product service code DA10 and NAICS code 513210. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Contracting Officer Daniel Ruiz, available via email or phone. Key attachments mentioned include an amendment document and a request for information related to RFID software, which are essential for potential contractors to review for compliance and submission purposes. The overall purpose of the notice is to update interested vendors on changes or requirements pertaining to the procurement process for the VA's data service needs.
    36C26225Q0281 0001 AMENDMENT.docx
    This document serves as an amendment to a solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically managed by the Network Contracting Office 22. The primary purpose of the amendment, identified under project number 36C26225Q0281, is to rectify an oversight where a Request for Information (RFI) was unintentionally omitted from the initial posting. The amendment outlines the necessity for all offerors and bidders to acknowledge receipt of this amendment before the specified deadline, emphasizing that failure to do so may result in rejection of their offers. It details the steps for acknowledgment, including providing copies of the amendment, referencing it in submitted offers, or communication via letter or electronic means. Overall, this modification is critical for ensuring that all potential bidders have access to the complete and accurate solicitation documents, thereby promoting transparency and fairness in the bidding process.
    Attachment A - SOW.docx
    The Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM is soliciting proposals for the provision of Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) licenses and related services. The initiative aims to purchase UDI Tracker Premium, RFID Data Services, and Single Sign-On (SSO) implementation to enhance the facility's tracking system for biological implants as mandated by VA directives. The SSO feature will streamline user access across VA applications, potentially improving IT security and user efficiency. Services Plus will ensure compliance with accreditation standards and support seamless operations during inspections, while RFID Data Services will assist in data management from RFID devices. Installation and maintenance are key tasks outlined in the statement of work, which specifies contractor access, security requirements, and precise invoicing guidelines. The contract encompasses a base year with four optional extensions, signaling a commitment to long-term support. Overall, this RFP reflects the VA's focus on enhancing operational efficiency and compliance through technology within their healthcare facilities.
    RFI RFID SOftware ABQ.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on qualified vendors for UDI Tracker Premium, RFID Data Services, and Single Sign-On (SSO) licensing, specifically for the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM. This RFI aims to understand potential sources' capabilities concerning the requirements outlined under NAICS 541512, with a size standard of $34 million. Key objectives include implementing SSO with Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) capabilities to facilitate user access to the UDI Tracker, ensuring compliance with VA directives for biological implant tracking. The UDI Tracker Premium and related RFID Data Services will support data management while maintaining service accreditation standards. Interested vendors are invited to provide company information, size classification, capabilities, and pricing, with a focus on demonstrating compliance with the salient characteristics required. Responses to the RFI must be submitted by December 26, 2024, by email. This RFI does not constitute a contract solicitation, and all submitted information will be treated appropriately, with responders bearing any associated costs. This initial gathering of information could lead to a formal solicitation announcement in the future.
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