5810--Vocera Messaging
ID: 36C24925Q0141Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, USA

NAICS

Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (334210)

PSC

COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS (5810)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fe9d690e957f4e759b4e9ff62fb645de/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for the procurement of a Vocera Communication System to enhance communication capabilities at the Robley Rex Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Louisville, Kentucky. This solicitation is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and emphasizes the need for a brand-name Vocera messaging system due to the obsolescence of the current system, which lacks manufacturer support. The upgrade is critical for ensuring effective communication among patient care teams, thereby improving patient safety and operational efficiency. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Christina Lawrence at christina.lawrence2@va.gov, with submissions required by the specified deadlines outlined in the Request for Quote (RFQ).

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christina LawrenceContracting Officer
    (615) 225-3426
    Christina.Lawrence2@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24925Q0141_1.docx
    This document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for a Vocera Communication System to enhance communication at the Robley Rex Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), indicating the VA's commitment to supporting such entities. Key details include the solicitation number, contact information for inquiries, submission deadlines, and relevant federal acquisition regulations. The RFQ emphasizes that quotes must address specific brand-name requirements and will be evaluated based on price and other factors in line with FAR provisions. A comprehensive list of required supplies, equipment, and services related to the Vocera system is provided, along with guidelines for pricing, delivery, and invoicing. The document underscores the VA's strategic approach to acquiring products and services while adhering to established regulations and promoting small business opportunities within the federal contracting framework.
    36C24925Q0141.docx
    The Robley Rex Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) has issued a presolicitation notice to procure a brand name-only Vocera messaging equipment system and software. The solicitation is specifically set aside for Service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBC). Interested vendors are advised that the Request for Quote (RFQ) will be posted soon, with responses due by February 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time. The procurement falls under the Product Service Code 5810 and the NAICS Code 334210. The point of contact for inquiries is Contracting Officer Christina Lawrence, whose contact details are provided. This initiative underscores the VAMC’s commitment to equipping its facilities with essential communication systems while prioritizing participation from veteran-owned enterprises.
    P03-Brand Name SSJ Vocera Messaging_Redacted.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is requesting sole-source justification for the procurement of a brand-name Vocera messaging system at the Robley Rex Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). The current Vocera system has become obsolete and lacks manufacturer support, necessitating an upgrade to ensure effective communication for patient care teams. This upgrade is crucial as the system enables hands-free communication, secure text messaging, and urgent notifications, significantly contributing to patient safety and operational efficiency. The procurement, under simplified acquisition procedures (FAR 13.5), cites only one responsible source due to a pre-existing national agreement between the Veteran Healthcare Administration (VHA) and Vocera Communication. This partnership ensures adherence to crucial regulations like HIPAA and FISMA. Approval for this acquisition is mandated under the Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FAITARA). The Vocera system is categorized as a commercial product, thus exempt from certain acquisition restrictions, although it meets Buy American requirements. The justification outlines the necessity of this procurement, emphasizing the importance of modern communication technologies in clinical settings. Required approvals from contracting officials are noted to validate the process for this procurement action, which is aimed at enhancing patient care operations at the VAMC.
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