DA10--DSS PYXIS Inpatient VistA Maintenance and Support VA St. Louis Healthcare System
ID: 36C25525Q0183Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/968dead836e145b9adef76916da7d01c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide maintenance and support services for the DSS RX Pyxis Inpatient VistA Interface at the VA St. Louis Healthcare System. The procurement aims to ensure comprehensive software support, preventive maintenance, and parts supply for specific Document Storage Systems equipment, with services required during standard business hours and potential emergency support. This initiative is critical for maintaining the operational integrity of pharmacy procedures within the VA system, reflecting the government's commitment to reliable healthcare services. Interested parties, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, must submit their capability statements and company information by February 20, 2025, with the contract anticipated to commence on August 10, 2025, for a duration of one year with possible extensions. For further inquiries, contact Maria Riza Owen at maria.owen2@va.gov or call 913-946-1122.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maria Riza OwenContract Specialist
    (913) 946-1122
    maria.owen2@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25525Q0183.docx
    The Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs is aimed at acquiring maintenance and support services for the DSS RX Pyxis Inpatient VistA Interface at the VA St. Louis Healthcare System. This notice is intended for market research to identify qualified contractors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses and others. Interested parties must respond by February 20, 2025, providing detailed company information and capability statements. The scope of work includes software support services, preventive maintenance, and parts supply for specific Document Storage Systems equipment. Services are required during standard business hours with potential for emergencies. The notice emphasizes that this inquiry does not obligate the government to procure any services or solicit bids. The contractor must deliver comprehensive maintenance reports, ensure compliance with all relevant standards, and provide fully qualified technicians for service. The contract is anticipated to commence on August 10, 2025, for one year with possible extensions. This initiative reflects the government’s focus on reliability and accuracy for critical healthcare services, ensuring the operational integrity of pharmacy procedures within the VA system.
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