DaVINCI Data Services
ID: VA-25-00030024Type: 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

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DC01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d07a4a02d94248189179cd4b9f7643e6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for the DaVINCI Data Services initiative, aimed at enhancing data integration between the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Veterans Health Administration. This procurement seeks to gather market insights to inform future acquisitions related to healthcare analytics for veterans, focusing on data access, system administration, and quality assurance, while continuing the Observable Medical Outcomes Partnership common data model. The initiative is critical for improving healthcare delivery and outcomes for veterans by developing a robust analytical platform that integrates various healthcare datasets. Interested contractors are invited to submit their qualifications and capabilities by January 27, 2025, with responses directed to Steven Baum at steven.baum@va.gov or Stefanie Applegate at stefanie.applegate@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Steven Baum
    steven.baum@va.gov
    Stefanie Applegate
    stefanie.applegate@va.gov
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    RFI - Draft PWS - DaVINCI Data Services.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) from the Department of Veterans Affairs outlines the requirements for the DaVINCI Data Services contract. This initiative coordinates data integration between the Department of Defense and the Veterans Health Administration, aiming to enhance healthcare analytics for veterans. The PWS specifies a scope involving data access, system administration, quality assurance, and the continuation of the Observable Medical Outcomes Partnership common data model. The contractor is expected to produce deliverables such as quarterly project management plans, progress reports, interface control documents, and data dictionaries. Security and privacy standards, aligned with various federal laws and VA guidelines, are emphasized, including the necessity of a Business Associate Agreement due to the sensitive nature of health data. The performance period spans 12 months with four optional 12-month extensions, highlighting the contract's potential longevity. This document serves as a formal solicitation within the framework of federal contracting processes, ensuring compliance with established security protocols while supporting the integration of healthcare data to improve veterans’ services and outcomes.
    RFI Body - DaVINCI Data Services.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the DoD and VA Informatics and Computing Infrastructure (DaVINCI) Data Services, aimed at gathering market insights for potential future acquisitions. This RFI is not a proposal request and does not obligate the government to contract for services. The initiative seeks to enhance data integration between the Department of Defense (DoD) and VA, facilitating improved healthcare delivery for veterans. DaVINCI aims to address inefficiencies in data sharing by developing a robust analytical platform that integrates various healthcare datasets for clinical and business intelligence purposes. The RFI invites interested contractors to provide insights on their qualifications, capabilities, and relevant past performance related to the outlined services. Specific expertise in managing complex health data and supporting a common data model (OMOP) is requested, alongside general company information, including contract vehicle availability. Responses are due by January 27, 2025, and will aid the VA in refining its acquisition strategy and developing a Performance Work Statement (PWS).
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