7A21--Labor management software
ID: 36C24526Q0197Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/cd8da551ac8042e7897d372c8e432f72/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source firm fixed price contract for Acustaf Labor Management Software, specifically for use at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. This procurement is aimed at acquiring a brand name software solution essential for nurse scheduling and tracking, which is already integrated across the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 5. The contract, valued at approximately $382,240, is anticipated to be awarded on March 1, 2026, and interested parties must submit their capability documentation by January 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, to James Ferro, Contract Specialist, via email at james.ferro@va.gov. All prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide a current authorized distributor letter from the manufacturer.

    Point(s) of Contact
    James FerroContract Specialist
    (202) 745-8000
    james.ferro@va.gov
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    36C24526Q0197.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 05, intends to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to Acustaf Labor Management Software for labor management software. This notice is for a brand name only requirement for the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The contract is anticipated to be awarded on March 1, 2026, under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(B). This is not a solicitation, but interested parties may submit documentation demonstrating their capability to meet the requirements by January 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Responses will be considered to determine if a competitive procurement will be issued. Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM and provide an authorized distributor letter. Service-Disabled Veteran Owned and Veteran Owned Small Businesses must submit a self-certifying statement of compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule.
    P03-LSJ-Labor Management Software updated- fully signed_Redacted.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is requesting a Limited Sources Justification (LSJ) for the acquisition of Acustaf Labor Management software, valued at an estimated $382,240.00. This software is crucial for nurse scheduling and tracking at the Washington DC VA Medical Center and is already integrated across VISN 5. The justification is based on regulatory compliance, cost efficiency, and the continuation of established services, as Acustaf has an existing Authority to Operate (ATO) and negotiated pricing. Market research was conducted, but no suitable alternatives were found that met the specific needs and existing system integrations. The VA aims to continue market research to foster future competition for similar services.
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