7610--486-25-3-3980-0024 / 36CF249-24-AP-1050 - Drug Information Electronic Database
ID: 36C24925Q0135Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

BOOKS AND PAMPHLETS (7610)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b832afed38914097b7ae700e49b99032/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 9, is seeking sources for a Drug Information Electronic Database, specifically the Micromedex Plus Package with CareNotes, to support its VISN 9 facilities. The procurement aims to provide 24/7 online access to comprehensive drug information, including FDA-approved and off-label uses, patient education materials, and toxicity management guidelines, while ensuring compatibility with the existing VA IT infrastructure. This initiative is crucial for enhancing healthcare delivery to Veterans by utilizing modern electronic resources for accurate medical information. Interested vendors must submit their responses by February 13, 2025, and can contact Contracting Specialist Christina Lawrence at Christina.Lawrence2@va.gov or 615-225-3426 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christina LawrenceContracting Specialist
    (615) 225-3426
    Christina.Lawrence2@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    36C24925Q0135.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through Network Contracting Office 9, issued a Sources Sought Notice for a Drug Information Electronic Database. This notice serves as a preliminary solicitation for information and does not constitute a binding contract. The VA seeks sources capable of providing the Micromedex Plus Package with CareNotes for a base year and four additional option years, requiring 24/7 online access to drug information for its VISN 9 facilities. The database must support various clinical functions, providing comprehensive prescribing information for drugs, including both FDA-approved and off-label uses, alongside essential patient education materials and toxicity management guidelines. Contractors will need to ensure compatibility with the current VA IT infrastructure and provide ongoing support and training. Responses from potential vendors are invited by February 13, 2025, with particular emphasis on capabilities meeting the outlined specifications. The notice emphasizes that responses will not obligate the government to issue a contract. This initiative reflects the VA’s commitment to improving healthcare delivery for Veterans by leveraging modern electronic resources for accurate and up-to-date medical information.
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