6525--Radiopharmaceutical Inventory for Nuclear Medicine National Contract (VA-26-00024441)
ID: 36C10B26Q0073Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFTECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER NJ (36C10B)EATONTOWN, NJ, 07724, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IMAGING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES: MEDICAL, DENTAL, VETERINARY (6525)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/fdb54fea28404871af2838017c505fd3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from qualified contractors for the Radiopharmaceutical Inventory for Nuclear Medicine National Contract (VA-26-00024441). This initiative aims to modernize the Radiopharmaceutical/Radioactive Materials Inventory for Nuclear Medicine (RAIN) system, which will manage radioactive materials and radiopharmaceuticals throughout their lifecycle, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and generating customizable reports. The project emphasizes integration with existing VA systems, adherence to federal regulations, and the provision of comprehensive support and training. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by November 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Leanne Kjesbu at Leanne.Kjesbu@va.gov or 848-377-5118.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Leanne KjesbuContract Specialist
    (848) 377-5118
    Leanne.Kjesbu@va.gov
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    36C10B26Q0073_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Technology Acquisition Center has issued a modification to a previous notice concerning the Radiopharmaceutical Inventory for Nuclear Medicine National Contract (VA-26-00024441). The solicitation number for this notice is 36C10B26Q0073, with a response date of November 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. This modification, identified as a Request for Information (RFI), falls under Product Service Code 6525 and NAICS Code 513210. The point of contact for inquiries is Contract Specialist Leanne Kjesbu at Leanne.Kjesbu@va.gov or 848-377-5118. The modification directs interested parties to review attached documents, specifically
    36C10B26Q0073.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Technology Acquisition Center has issued a Sources Sought Notice (Solicitation Number 36C10B26Q0073) for a national contract titled "Radiopharmaceutical Inventory for Nuclear Medicine" (VA-26-00024441). This notice, with a response deadline of November 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time, New York, USA, seeks information regarding a Product Service Code 6525 and NAICS Code 513210. The contracting office is located in Eatontown, NJ, and the point of contact for inquiries is Leanne Kjesbu at Leanne.Kjesbu@va.gov. Further details are provided in the attached Request for Information (RFI) and Performance Work Statement (PWS) documents.
    PWS RAIN Final Draft.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a vendor to provide and install an enterprise Radiopharmaceutical Inventory for Nuclear Medicine System for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). This system will manage radioactive materials and radiopharmaceuticals from order to disposal, track regulatory requirements for equipment calibration, and generate customizable reports at local, regional, and national levels. The solution must integrate with VistA and Oracle Health Millenium and comply with various federal and VA regulations, including those from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the Department of Transportation (DOT). The project involves phased deployment, comprehensive training, data migration, and 24/7 customer support, with an emphasis on security, privacy, and adherence to VA's IT framework, including Zero Trust and IPv6-Only support.
    RFI RAIN Final.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for a Radiopharmaceutical/Radioactive Materials Inventory for Nuclear Medicine (RAIN) system modernization. This RFI, for planning purposes only, seeks information from interested contractors regarding their capabilities to meet the outlined requirements. Responses, due by November 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time, should include a capability statement (limited to 20 pages) and address specific questions about technical approach, solution overview, patient and staff safety, security, integration, migration timelines, cost, references, enterprise deployment, EMR integration, third-party pharmacy integration, system administration, QA/QC processes, reporting, PET Infusion System interfaces, documentation capabilities, and existing VA agreements. The VA may use this information to develop its acquisition strategy and may invite select responders for further briefings. This RFI does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.
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