7H20--664-25-3-072-0148 NEW SOFTWARE AND SERVICES TO UPGRADE VISN 22 POWERSCRIBE SERVER OPERATING SYSTEM AND SOFTWARE VERSION 4.0 SP9. EER 257265 EIL 360 (VA-25-00076920)
ID: 36C26225Q0916Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - PLATFORM PRODUCTS: DATABASE, MAINFRAME, MIDDLEWARE (HW, PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7H20)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5268392921154981aba741f09429f956/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from potential sources to provide software and services for upgrading the Powerscribe server operating system and software version 4.0 SP9 at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The procurement aims to enhance the functionality of the existing servers through services such as remote migration of core data, interface migration, and project management, with specific requirements outlined for each service. This upgrade is critical for improving the efficiency and accuracy of radiology reporting, which is essential for effective communication between radiologists and referring physicians. Interested vendors must submit their responses, including company details and capabilities, via email to Contracting Officer Anette Doan by May 29, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST), as this request serves solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Anette DoanContracting Officer
    (562) 766-2200
    Anette.Doan@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0916_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information regarding potential sources for software and services to upgrade the Powerscribe server operating system and software version 4.0 SP9, as detailed in the Sources Sought Notice. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C26225Q0916, aims to improve the functionality of VA San Diego Healthcare System servers. Interested suppliers are encouraged to respond by May 29, 2025, to provide details about their capabilities, pricing, and business size classification under NAICS code 541512, which includes small business standards. The notice outlines specific required supplies and services, including remote migration of core data, interface migration, and project management services. Respondents must demonstrate their ability to meet the specified salient characteristics of the services and products. Importantly, this notice serves only as a request for information and does not constitute a contractual solicitation. Prospective vendors should submit responses via email to the contracting officer, Anette Doan, and must adhere to the outlined requirements for engaging with the government.
    RFI 36C26225Q0916 Software and Service Upgrades.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 22 Network Contracting Office, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to explore potential sources for upgrading the Powerscribe server operating system and software while gathering market insights for strategic planning. This RFI does not constitute a solicitation and emphasizes that responses are for informational purposes only, with no binding contracts or obligations on the government's part. The RFI specifies a set of required services including remote migration of core data, interface migration, and field service engineering, all provided by Nuance Communications, Inc. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities along with specific details regarding their business size classifications under the NAICS code 541512, as well as information on their manufacturing capabilities, contract holdings with federal entities, and general pricing for the requested solutions. Responses must be submitted via email by May 29, 2025, and will help the VA determine if a formal solicitation will follow. This initiates a process of gathering relevant market data to assess potential qualified sources for the needed upgrades while clarifying no responses will lead directly to a contracting opportunity.
    Salient Characteristics.pdf
    The document outlines the technical specifications for a real-time radiology reporting solution that is compatible with various Microsoft operating systems, including Windows 10 and Windows Server editions. The solution aims to enhance productivity through efficient report generation and optimized billing processes. Utilizing advanced speech recognition technology, it assures accuracy and consistency in reports while improving communication between radiologists and referring physicians. Features such as configurable data entry tools and a new generation of AutoText technologies improve workflow efficiency and ensure thorough compliance in report content generation. Furthermore, the solution allows for the integration of radiology images with textual reports, facilitating better comprehension of clinical findings. Compatibility with AGFA Enterprise Imaging version 8.2.2.070 is also highlighted, underscoring the solution’s adaptability within healthcare settings. This document is relevant to government RFPs and grants as it details necessary capabilities and requirements for vendor proposals in the healthcare technology sector.
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