Request for Information VHA DHO Interoperability Pledge Program Support
ID: 36C10X24Q0399Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFSAC FREDERICK (36C10X)FREDERICK, MD, 21703, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/28c6263c4a7f4415b9c94cf6148dec01/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking industry input through a Request for Information (RFI) to support the VHA DHO Interoperability Pledge Program, aimed at enhancing the sharing of medical information between the VA and community providers to improve veteran care. The initiative focuses on establishing a Community of Practice to facilitate knowledge sharing among stakeholders, with responsibilities including project management, community meeting facilitation, and the development of health IT interoperability standards. Interested vendors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, are invited to submit their qualifications and experiences by October 4, 2024, with a submission limit of 15 pages. For further inquiries, respondents can contact Shaundrica Close at shaundrica.close@va.gov or call 407-284-8624.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shaundrica Close
    (407) 284-8624
    shaundrica.close@va.gov
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    Attachment A - Performance Work Statement.pdf
    The document outlines the Performance Work Statement for the Veteran Interoperability Pledge Program Support initiated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The primary goal is to enhance the seamless sharing of medical information between the VA and community providers for improved veteran care, particularly focusing on suicide prevention and healthcare access related to toxic exposures. The scope includes establishing a Community of Practice, managed by a neutral convenor, to facilitate knowledge sharing among varying stakeholders, including healthcare providers and digital health vendors. Responsibilities outlined for the contractor include project management, facilitating community meetings, reporting on progress, and managing the development of health IT interoperability standards. The contract entails a firm-fixed price with a one-year base period and four optional years, emphasizing travel for program-related meetings. Key personnel are defined, emphasizing adherence to VA security and information privacy regulations. Overall, the initiative aims to improve healthcare delivery to veterans while establishing frameworks and standards aiding broader health community engagement.
    Request for Information.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking industry input to support an initiative aimed at fostering a collaborative community focused on improving medical informatics and data management for Veteran care. This RFI is part of a market research effort to identify potential vendors, especially encouraging participation from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The VA emphasizes that this is not a solicitation for contracts but rather a means to gather capabilities and inform future acquisition strategies. Respondents are invited to provide detailed insight into their qualifications, including experience with stakeholder facilitation, managing Communities of Practice (CoP), use case development, and influencing national health IT public policy. The VA specifies a 15-page limit for submissions, mandating non-proprietary and clear responses detailing organizational capabilities, project management strategies, and relevant past experiences. The deadline for response submission is October 4, 2024. The VA retains the right to use the provided information for its purposes and does not commit to any contract awards based on the RFI responses. This document aims to enhance the VA's engagement in health informatics and regulatory frameworks, ultimately benefiting Veteran healthcare services.
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