The document presents a Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for the acquisition of the 2023 Year-End Dentist Master File from the American Dental Association (ADA). This sole-source purchase is justified under FAR 6.302-1, as ADA is the only source capable of providing a comprehensive and current data set on dentists needed to estimate health occupational supply and track workforce trends. The action is categorized as a new requirement, with funding from OMA, indicating a firm-fixed pricing structure. Despite the sole-source nature, the agency intends to conduct market research in the future to explore other available vendors. The final approval goes through various levels of agency stakeholders, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while aiming to improve competition in future acquisitions. The document emphasizes the unique position of ADA in compiling such data essential for healthcare planning and policy-making.
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation (75R60224Q00260) for the procurement of the American Dental Association (ADA) Year End 2022 Dentist Master File. This unique dataset is vital for estimating healthcare occupational supply and tracking workforce trends at national and state levels. The solicitation requires proposals to be submitted by September 11, 2024, and the project is set to run from September 21, 2024, to September 20, 2025.
The contract includes delivering a comprehensive Dentist Master File and a Codebook that details the data elements. Key tasks involve ensuring data compliance with federal encryption standards and Section 508 accessibility regulations. All materials must be submitted electronically via a secure file transfer system. Payment will occur in one firm-fixed-price payment upon invoice acceptance. This initiative is crucial for HRSA’s efforts to analyze workforce data and provide insights into health professional access across the country.
The federal government issued a solicitation for the procurement of the 2023 Year-End Dentist master file from the American Dental Association (ADA). This request for proposal (RFP), numbered 75R60224Q00260, outlines the requirement for authorized resellers to provide a discounted price for one unit of the file and its accompanying codebook. The order specifies a performance period from September 21, 2024, to September 20, 2025, with Monica Moore-Hayes as the primary contact for inquiries. Compliance with the System for Award Management (SAM) registration is mandatory for prospective awardees, emphasizing the need for adherence to federal regulations throughout the contract period. The document includes instructions for offerors regarding submission details, including contact information and pricing structure. Additionally, it incorporates federal acquisition regulations pertaining to the solicitation process, emphasizing the importance of proper contract management. The overall aim is to ensure the procurement process is transparent and compliant, facilitating the timely acquisition of these essential data files for federal purposes.