J065--Pyxis Knowledge Portal Service Subscription
ID: 36C24525Q0670Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f1747f225ca24af9b4574ee6551ed8ab/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole-source contract to CareFusion Solutions, LLC for the Pyxis Knowledge Portal Service Subscription, as outlined in a Special Notice. This procurement aims to secure a service that provides access to critical data and performance indicators across various Pyxis systems, enhancing analysis and reporting capabilities for healthcare facilities. The service is essential for optimizing device usage and standardizing hospital policies, ensuring secure user access and customized reporting based on specific indicators. Interested parties must respond by July 21, 2025, demonstrating their qualifications and providing an Authorization Service Letter from CareFusion, as the government's discretion will determine the competition for this contract. For inquiries, contact Sylvia Honesty at Sylvia.Honesty@va.gov or call 410-642-2411 x25209.

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    Sylvia HonestyContracting Specialist
    410-642-2411 x25209
    Sylvia.Honesty@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Special Notice for a sole-source contract to CareFusion Solutions, LLC for the Pyxis Knowledge Portal Service Subscription. This procurement follows FAR regulations, with the intention to negotiate a Firm Fixed Price contract due to the proprietary nature of the product. CareFusion is identified as the exclusive provider of necessary installation and maintenance services for the Pyxis products. The focus of the service includes providing access to critical data and performance indicators across various Pyxis systems, enabling enhanced analysis and reporting capabilities for healthcare facilities. The desired service will facilitate secure user access and allow customized reporting based on specific indicators. Responses to this notice must be submitted by July 21, 2025. Interested parties need to demonstrate their qualifications and may be required to submit an Authorization Service Letter from CareFusion to participate. The government's discretion in determining competition for this contract is emphasized. This notice signifies VA's commitment to acquiring certified and authorized services necessary for their operational needs in veterans' healthcare.
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