U012--IN2010 IV&V and Transition Support Contract (VA-24-00097954)
ID: 36C10B25Q0094Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFTECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER NJ (36C10B)EATONTOWN, NJ, 07724, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/TELECOMMUNICATIONS TRAINING (U012)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c51041ac586b4b038f6e793fec5af125/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors for the Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) and Transition Support Contract related to the VA Enterprise Learning Management Solution (ELMS). The primary objective of this procurement is to enhance the capabilities of VA employees through a comprehensive learning management system, ensuring effective implementation and quality assurance of the ELMS. This initiative is crucial for modernizing VA services and improving workforce performance in serving veterans and their families. Interested parties must submit their responses by December 16, 2024, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, and can contact Zachary Tanner at Zachary.Tanner@va.gov or 848-377-5145 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Zachary TannerContract Speciliast
    (848) 377-5145
    Zachary.Tanner@va.gov
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    36C10B25Q0094.docx
    The Sources Sought Notice pertains to the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) upcoming IV&V and Transition Support Contract (Solicitation Number 36C10B25Q0094) related to the VA Enterprise Learning Management Solution (ELMS). The notice invites interested parties to submit responses by December 16, 2024, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. It indicates that the procurement is not funded by Recovery Act funds and outlines that the contract falls under the Product Service Code U012 and NAICS Code 541511. Key documents, including a Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Request for Information (RFI) for ELMS Transition Support and IV&V, are attached, directing respondents to search for RFP 36C10B24R0004 for further details. This notice serves as a preliminary step in the contracting process, gathering information from potential vendors to assist in the eventual solicitation for the awarded contract, which will support the VA's learning management initiatives. The focus on transition support and independent verification and validation (IV&V) indicates a commitment to ensuring quality and effectiveness in the deployment of the ELMS.
    PWS - ELMS Transition and IV-V DRAFT.pdf
    The document outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the transition support and Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) of the VA Enterprise Learning Management Solution (VA ELMS). Its primary goal is to enhance the capabilities of VA employees by providing a comprehensive learning management system. The document elaborates on the background of the Human Capital Services Center's mission to foster employee engagement and development within the VA. The PWS details the contractor's responsibilities across several areas, including project management, IV&V services, support services, data audits, and training delivery. Key deliverables encompass a Contractor Project Management Plan, Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports, IV&V Plans, and Testing Reports. It establishes clear communication structures, performance metrics, and compliance with multiple federal regulations and standards. The overall objective is to ensure that the implementation of VA ELMS meets organizational requirements and enhances workforce capabilities to serve veterans effectively. The structured approach includes comprehensive testing phases, quality assurance measures, and ongoing adjustments based on continuous feedback from all stakeholders. This initiative is aligned with the broader strategic goal to modernize VA services and improve the quality of support provided to veterans and their families.
    RFI - ELMS Transition Support and IVV.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified vendors for Transition Support and Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services for the VA Enterprise Learning Management Solution (ELMS). This RFI aims to gather insights and market information to assist in future acquisition processes. The VA’s Human Capital Services Center seeks to enhance employee engagement and service delivery through a new Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) solution, which will be provided as Software as a Service (SaaS) in a cloud environment, certified under the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). The solution will support a comprehensive suite of talent development tools, facilitating data management across the VA's operations. Vendors are invited to provide company information, outline their technical approaches, and disclose any relevant experience related to IV&V and data quality services. The RFI stipulates that vendors providing services on existing VA Talent Management initiatives may face conflicts of interest. The responses are due by December 16, 2024, and should be submitted electronically. Overall, this RFI represents the VA's commitment to leveraging advanced technology to enhance organizational learning and workforce performance.
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