36C255-25-AP-0632 AcuStaf Nurse Scheduling Software Updates
ID: 36C255-25-AP-0632Type: Special Notice
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 SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Set Aside

Veteran-Owned Small Business Sole source (specific to Department of Veterans Affairs) (VSS)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1863d5d962a64708b079850010441808/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contract Office 15, intends to award a sole source contract to AcuStaf Development Corporation for updates to the AcuStaf Nurse Scheduling Software. This procurement is necessitated by the proprietary nature of the software, which restricts competitive bidding, and is classified under NAICS Code 541519, focusing on Other Computer Related Services. The updates are crucial for maintaining the functionality and efficiency of nurse scheduling within the VA system. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Teresa Cabanting at teresa.cabanting@va.gov or by phone at 913-946-1976, as no formal solicitation will be issued for this procurement.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Teresa Cabanting
    (913) 946-1976
    teresa.cabanting@va.gov
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    Special Notice_Intent to Sole Source.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network 15 Contracting Office plans to award a sole source procurement contract to AcuStaf Development Corporation for updates to the AcuStaf Nurse Scheduling Software. This decision aligns with FAR Part 13.5, allowing the government to solicit and negotiate with a single source due to the proprietary nature of the software, which precludes a competitive bidding process. The contracting office is located in Leavenworth, KS, and the solicitation is classified under the NAICS Code 541519, which pertains to Other Computer Related Services, with an SBA size standard of $34 million. The notice indicates that no formal solicitation will be issued and serves as a sources sought notice rather than a request for quotes. Inquiries regarding this procurement should be directed to the Contracting Officer, Teresa Cabanting, via email. This file exemplifies the government's procurement process, indicating the specificity and confidentiality in certain technology-related contracts.
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