DA01--Application Packaging for Windows Client OS (VA-25-00071939)
ID: 36C10B25Q0303Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DA01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b2926f1f7a134b808f8b88f4c7f4174f/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified contractors for the acquisition of Application Packaging for the Windows Client Operating System, designated under solicitation number VA-25-00071939. This procurement is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and aims to enhance IT services that support the care of U.S. veterans by developing and managing software deployment packages. The initiative is critical for improving the VA's IT management and application deployment frameworks, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and security protocols. Interested contractors must submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by May 14, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Nicholas Tennant at Nicholas.Tennant@va.gov.

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    Nicholas TennatContract speaclist
    Nicholas.Tennant@va.gov
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    36C10B25Q0303_1.docx
    The document outlines a modification to a previous notice for a solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) concerning the acquisition of Application Packaging for the Windows Client Operating System. This procurement is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside, under the NAICS Code 541512. The solicitation number is 36C10B25Q0303, and interested parties are advised that the solicitation release date is currently unknown. The contracting office is located in Eatontown, NJ, and stakeholders should monitor this posting for further updates regarding the acquisition process. The announcement confirms the government's intention to support veteran-owned businesses while adhering to procurement regulations.
    36C10B25Q0303.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice (VA-25-00071939) inviting Transformation Twenty-One Total Technology Next Generation (T4NG) prime contractors to indicate their interest and capabilities in application packaging for the Windows Client Operating System. This Request for Information (RFI) serves purely for planning purposes, and responses will aid the VA in refining its acquisition strategy, but it does not constitute an invitation for bids or proposals. Interested contractors must submit their responses via ATOMS by May 14, 2025, including essential details such as company information, capabilities, and socioeconomic data. Small businesses are encouraged to demonstrate their compliance with set-aside requirements for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The notice specifies a 10-page limit for submissions, disallowing marketing materials, and emphasizes the confidentiality of proprietary information. In providing feedback on the draft Performance Work Statement, respondents are urged to address any areas lacking clarity regarding technical requirements. The document is structured to facilitate clear communication of the RFI process and response expectations while emphasizing collaboration with designated points of contact within the VA.
    P09 PWS AppPack VA-25-00071939.pdf
    The purpose of the "Transformation Twenty-One Total Technology Next Generation (T4NG)" Performance Work Statement (PWS) from the Department of Veterans Affairs is to outline the requirements for technical support for application packaging on the Windows Client Operating System. The initiative targets the enhancement of IT services to improve care for U.S. veterans, with emphasis on building and testing software deployment packages, as well as providing engineering support. The contract includes a base period of four months with options for eight and twelve-month extensions. Contractor roles involve managing performance, conducting project meetings, and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. The contractor is also responsible for creating, testing, and managing up to 520 application packages annually with provisions for emergency requests, utilizing VA's software tools and ensuring application compatibility. Additionally, there are safety and privacy protocols, including reporting security vulnerabilities promptly. The project also mandates compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards to ensure that all delivered technologies are usable by individuals with disabilities. The successful execution of this task order is vital for refining VA services and ensuring high-quality support for veterans through improved IT management and application deployment frameworks.
    T4NG RFI_Application Packaging for Windows Client Operating System VA-25-00071939 Amendment .pdf
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) concerning application packaging for Windows Client Operating System, identified as VA-25-00071939. It is intended for prime contractors participating in the Transformation Twenty-One Total Technology Next Generation (T4NG) program. This RFI seeks expressions of interest and capabilities, aiding the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in formulating its acquisition strategy without any obligation or intention of soliciting proposals. Responses must be limited to 10 pages and include specific company information, capabilities related to the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), and compliance with service and set-aside regulations for small businesses. The RFI also invites technical feedback on the draft PWS if clarity is insufficient. Interested contractors are required to submit their responses by May 14, 2025, via designated emails. The primary goal of this RFI is to gather stakeholder input for planning and strategic development for potential future contracts regarding software development and production operations support services while ensuring compliance with established protocols and regulations related to small business participation.
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