7F20--Patient Check-In and BTSSS Self Service Kiosks (VA-25-00024443)
ID: 36C10A25Q0013Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFTECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER AUSTIN (36C10A)AUSTIN, TX, 78744, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT TOOLS/PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7F20)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/099a18bb9879462ab07f47518416a444/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to procure 84 freestanding Patient Check-In and BTSSS self-service kiosks, which will include printers and scanners, along with 168 extended warranties to enhance their coverage from 12 to 36 months. The VA intends to award a firm fixed price sole-source contract to Minuteman Technology Services, LLC, the only authorized distributor of the existing VKIOSK system that utilizes Vetlink software; however, they are conducting market research to explore alternative software solutions that may meet their requirements. This procurement is crucial for improving patient check-in processes and enhancing service delivery within VA facilities. Interested parties must submit their responses by January 7, 2025, to the contract specialist, Juan C. Perez, at juan.perez5@va.gov or by phone at 512-981-4467.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Juan C. PerezContract Specialist Technology Acquisition Center
    (512) 981-4467
    juan.perez5@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of 84 freestanding Patient Check-In and BTSSS self-service kiosks, which include printers and scanners. In addition, the VA intends to acquire 168 extended warranties for these kiosks, extending their coverage from 12 to 36 months. Minuteman Technology Services, LLC is currently the only authorized distributor for the existing VKIOSK system that uses Vetlink software. While the VA plans to issue a sole-source contract to Minuteman, they are conducting market research to identify if alternative software solutions are available to meet their requirements. The notice emphasizes that this is not a request for quotes or proposals and does not constitute a commitment from the VA to contract any supplies or services. Interested parties are encouraged to monitor the Governmentwide Point of Entry for any future solicitations. Responses to this notice must be submitted by January 7, 2025, to the designated contract specialist, Juan C. Perez.
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