U009--Web-Based Clinical Skills e-Learning
ID: 36C24725Q0050Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d9ec3a4d51634a738c9963db38816cd4/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed price contract to Elsevier Inc. for the provision of a web-based clinical skills e-learning platform designed to support the RN transition to practice program. This platform will integrate with existing VA educational programs, fulfilling a critical need for specialized training resources within the department. The procurement is justified under the Federal Acquisition Regulation as Elsevier is recognized as the only responsible source capable of meeting these specific requirements. Interested vendors who believe they can meet the government's needs are invited to submit written information by October 2, 2024, at 16:00 EST, with inquiries directed to Contracting Officer Darius Crane at darius.crane@va.gov or by phone at (843) 577-5011.

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    Darius CraneContracting Officer
    (843) 577-5011
    darius.crane@va.gov
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    The document is a Special Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announcing the intent to award a sole-source, firm-fixed price contract to Elsevier Inc. for a web-based clinical skills e-learning platform. This platform aims to support the RN transition to practice program by integrating with existing VA educational programs. The notice is published in alignment with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, indicating no competitive bidding will take place as Elsevier is deemed the only provider capable of fulfilling these requirements. The NAICS code related to this service is 611430. Interested parties that believe they meet the necessary capabilities are invited to submit written information by October 2, 2024, at 16:00 EST, but the decision to proceed with competition rests solely with the government. This notice serves purely for informational purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation or request for proposals.
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