7A21--Code Alert Wander Management System Philadelphia VA Medical Center
ID: 36C24425Q0242Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (423430)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

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https://sam.gov/opp/443501e67cec4dd78657f1444269e57e/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to sole source a contract for the Code Alert Wander Management System at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center, specifically for the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The procurement aims to upgrade the existing system, requiring the contractor to provide, install, and train staff on new software that complies with VA standards for data protection, particularly concerning Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII). This system is crucial for enhancing patient safety and ensuring the security of patient location information, with the contractor also responsible for ongoing technical support and compliance with health safety standards. Interested vendors must submit a one-page capability statement to Contract Specialist Eleanor Robbins at eleanor.robbins@va.gov by January 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, as this notice serves as an announcement rather than a request for quotes.

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    Contract SpecialistEleanor Robbins
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    36C24425Q0242.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to sole source a contract for the Code Alert Wander Management System at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. This procurement, designated with solicitation number 36C24425Q0242 and due by January 9, 2025, is directed towards RF Technologies, Inc., the only authorized provider for this system, ensuring that no other suppliers can meet the agency's requirements effectively. The contract will be firm-fixed-price and falls under the NAICS code 423430, with the size standard being 250 employees. Vendors interested in this opportunity must submit a one-page capability statement via email to the designated Contract Specialist, Eleanor Robbins, which must include the company name, UEI number, socioeconomic category, and a brief outline of their capabilities. This notice serves as an announcement rather than a request for quotes, and the government's decision not to seek competition is at their discretion. A single source determination aligns with simplified acquisition procedures outlined in FAR regulations.
    SOW Upgrade CODE Alert.docx
    The procurement aims to upgrade the Code Alert Wander Management System for the VA Philadelphia Medical Center. The contractor will provide, install, and train staff on a new software system that adheres to VA standards for data protection, particularly concerning Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII). The solution must be compatible with VMware and Microsoft environments, ensuring data encryption and access control features. Installation requires coordination with facility management, and the contractor must ensure continuous uptime and security of patient location information. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for removing packaging waste and providing training to clinical staff. A one-year warranty on installed items is mandated, along with 24/7 technical support. Compliance with health safety standards, including tuberculosis and influenza vaccinations for personnel, is also required. The document details expectations encompassing contractor qualifications, service documentation, and equipment condition. It emphasizes confidentiality and security while addressing health regulations and operational logistics. This upgrade reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing patient safety and data security in its operations.
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