The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is planning to award a sole source contract to Alvarez, LLC for a Q-matic Patient Journey Management Solutions Service and Maintenance Agreement. This contract, structured as a One-Time, Firm Fixed Price, 5-Year Blanket Purchase Agreement, aims to provide maintenance and support services within the VISN1 Healthcare System, ensuring the continuity of patient journey management systems. The VA's approach to this procurement underscores its commitment to supporting service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) while adhering to statutory provisions that allow for restricted competition. Interested parties must express their interest by February 14, 2025, although the final decision to proceed with the sole source award will be at the discretion of the contracting officer. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Contract Specialist Fred Revah at frederic.revah1@va.gov or by phone at 207-623-8411.