The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract to Welch Allyn Inc. for the provision of Connex software and support for 166 vital sign monitors at the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. This contract will encompass a base year and four optional renewal years, ensuring essential software updates, technical support, and training necessary for the accurate documentation of patient vital signs into electronic medical records. The reliability of this software is critical for maintaining high standards of care for veterans, as it automates the vital sign documentation process. Interested vendors are invited to submit capability statements by January 21, 2025, to demonstrate their ability to meet the contract requirements, although the government retains discretion on whether to pursue competitive procurement. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Contract Specialist Jefferson Mann at jefferson.mann@va.gov or by phone at 717-202-5456.