R702--DQ Technical Analysis & Functional Support
ID: 36C77625Q0037Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFPCAC HEALTH INFORMATION (36C776)INDEPENDENCE, OH, 44131, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

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SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: DATA COLLECTION (R702)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors for the DQ Technical Analysis and Functional Support Program, as part of its Digital Health Office's Data Quality Program. The VA seeks support services to enhance healthcare data integrity through technical analysis, project management, and governance support, focusing on three sub-programs: Health Care Identity Management, Clinical Data Quality, and Analytics. This initiative is crucial for improving the quality of health information for veterans and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Interested firms must submit their responses, not exceeding 20 pages, by December 20, 2024, to Contract Specialist Bernadette Bodzenta at Bernadette.Bodzenta@va.gov, with a clear emphasis on demonstrating their capabilities and relevant past experience.

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    Bernadette BodzentaContract Specialist
    bernadette.bodzenta@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking potential contractors for the DQ Technical Analysis and Functional Support Program. As part of a market research initiative, they invite interested and qualified firms to respond to a sources sought notice regarding an upcoming solicitation (RFI 36C77625Q0037). The Government requests information concerning the firms' capabilities, including past experience on similar projects, company qualifications, and business size status. Respondents are to submit their responses, not exceeding 20 pages, by December 20, 2024. Key points include the focus on Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (NAICS 541611) and a request for comments on the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) attached to the notice. Although responses will inform the VA's evaluation process and potential set-aside decisions, they are not considered binding proposals. The document emphasizes the importance of thorough submission in delineating firms’ capabilities, with a clear expectation of high-quality evidence to support their qualifications. Overall, this notices reflects the VA's intent to gather information about potential service providers in preparation for a future solicitation, while no formal solicitation exists at this time.
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically related to the Digital Health Office's Data Quality Program (DQP). The primary purpose is to enhance healthcare data integrity through technical analysis, support services, and business rules development across three sub-programs: Health Care Identity Management, Clinical Data Quality, and Analytics. The contractor will be responsible for project management, data quality assessment, technical document review, analytics reporting, and governance support. Key deliverables include monthly progress reports, guidance on identity management technologies, and various data quality metrics and analyses. The contract requires key personnel to have extensive experience in healthcare analytics and identity management, ensuring compliance with federal information security and privacy regulations. The work will span 12 months with the possibility of four additional years, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with various VA and external stakeholders for data quality improvement and adherence to established health data standards. Overall, this initiative represents a concerted effort to bolster the quality of health information for veterans, underscoring the VA's commitment to excellence in healthcare services.
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