7H20--INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE Software Subscription- Data Innovations Upgrade & Expansion
ID: 36C24425Q0216Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b654d581f20f4e47a4e5ec5f6229601a/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 4, intends to pursue a sole source contract for Data Innovations Instrument Manager software licenses and upgrades for the Altoona VA Medical Center. This procurement aims to enhance the capabilities of the existing software, ensuring efficient management of medical data and operations at the facility. The contract will be solicited and negotiated under FAR 13.106-1, allowing for a single source justification, with the selected vendor being Data Innovations, INC, unless other qualified vendors respond. Interested vendors must submit a capability statement by December 23, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, to the Contract Specialist, Christa Stine, at christa.stine@va.gov, as this notice serves for planning purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christa StineContract Specialist
    (570) 824-3521
    christa.stine@va.gov
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    36C24425Q0216.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 4, has announced its intent to pursue a sole source contract for Data Innovations Instrument Manager software licenses and upgrades for the Altoona VA Medical Center. This action will be taken under FAR 13.106-1, allowing for a single source justification. Interested vendors capable of fulfilling this need must submit a capability statement by December 23, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, outlining their qualifications, including Company Name, ueiSAM Number, and a brief description of their business's capability relevant to the project. It is emphasized that this notice is solely for information and planning purposes, as no solicitation will be published, and it does not constitute a request for proposals. Responses will be evaluated, and the decision not to solicit further competition rests with the government. Should no responses be received, the contract will proceed with Data Innovations, INC. This notice serves as part of the government's procurement process, focusing on efficient resource management and vendor engagement.
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