R420--ORGANIZATIONAL PROGRAM APPRAISAL REVIEW AND SUPPORT SERVICES
ID: 36C25725Q0017Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: CERTIFICATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS (OTHER THAN EDUC OR INFO TECH C&A) (R420)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5d8eedc5b46146b09e7bd277a30517d2/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for Organizational Program Appraisal Review and Support Services, aimed at enhancing nursing practice environments to improve both nurse and patient satisfaction. The selected contractor will be responsible for documenting compliance with essential practice standards through a structured review process, ensuring a healthy work environment for nurses across various VA healthcare locations in Texas. This contract, valued at approximately $19.5 million, is set aside for small businesses and has a performance period of one base year with three optional extension years. Interested parties must submit their proposals by September 9, 2024, at 5 PM Central Time, and can contact Contracting Specialist Matt Lee at matthew.lee5@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Matt LeeContracting Specialist
    (210) 694-6337
    matthew.lee5@va.gov
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    36C25725Q0017.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for Organizational Program Appraisal Review and Support Services. The request for proposals (RFP), numbered 36C25725Q0017, requires responses to be submitted by September 9, 2024, at 12 PM Central Time. The contracting office is located in San Antonio, Texas, and the services will be performed at multiple locations as indicated in the solicitation document. This RFP is part of the government’s initiatives and is set aside for Small Business Administration (SBA) participation. The primary service code associated with this solicitation is R420, with the relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code being 541990. Interested parties can contact Contracting Specialist Matt Lee via email for additional information. This document provides essential details for potential bidders regarding the scope of work, submission deadlines, and contact information, underscoring the VA's focus on enhancing program efficiency through external support services.
    36C25725Q0017 0001.docx
    This document outlines an amendment to a previous combined solicitation for Organizational Program Appraisal Review and Support Services by the Dallas VA Medical Center, with the solicitation number 36C25725Q0017. The response deadline is set for September 9, 2024, at 5 PM Central Time. Contact for further information is Contracting Specialist Matt Lee at matthew.lee5@va.gov.
    36C25725Q0017 ORGANIZATIONAL PROGRAM APPRAISAL REVIEW AND SUPPORT SERVICES.pdf
    The document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for Organizational Program Review and Support Services, specifically tailored for enhancing nursing practice environments to improve both nurse and patient satisfaction. The solicitation requires candidates to submit proposals by September 9, 2024. The contract is a 100% set-aside for small businesses, with a principal NAICS Code of 541990 for professional, scientific, and technical services, valued at approximately $19.5 million. The selected contractor will be responsible for documenting compliance with six essential practice standards through a structured review process, ensuring a healthy work environment for nurses across various VA healthcare locations in Texas. The contract has a performance period of one base year (October 16, 2024, to October 15, 2025) with three optional extension years, ultimately emphasizing the importance of data validation through a confidential nurse survey. Key points include strict deadlines for submissions, invoicing procedures via the Tungsten Network, and a comprehensive evaluation based on established criteria outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The proposal encourages the integration of nurse involvement with interprofessional collaboration, aligning with the VA's mission to support its workforce in serving veterans effectively and efficiently.
    Amendment 36C25725Q0017 P0001 ORGANIZATIONAL PROGRAM APPRAISAL REVIEW AND SUPPORT SERVICES.pdf
    The document is an amendment to solicitation 36C25725Q0017 issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17, effective September 5, 2024. This amendment extends the vendor response deadline from September 9, 2024, 12 PM CST to September 9, 2024, 5 PM CST, and addresses a question regarding the line-item detail spreadsheet. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged and in full effect.
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