Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Resuscitation Education Products and Services
ID: 36C10X25Q0024Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFSAC FREDERICK (36C10X)FREDERICK, MD, 21703, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4afe2897037f4591b52a74140e9586aa/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from qualified vendors for the Resuscitation Education Products and Services (REdI) program, which aims to standardize resuscitation training for over 250,000 clinical and non-clinical employees across the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The procurement will focus on four primary categories: mobile CPR testing stations and manikins, electronic courseware, digital or print resuscitation education materials, and program management support services. This initiative is critical for enhancing emergency response capabilities and ensuring compliance with federal healthcare regulations, thereby improving the overall competency of VA staff in resuscitation techniques. Interested vendors must submit a comprehensive capability statement by December 23, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Jaime Bennett or Caitlin Ruc via their provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jaime Bennett
    jaime.bennett@va.gov
    Caitlin Ruc
    Caitlin.Ruc@va.gov
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    Attachment 2_VHA Required Resuscitation Education Products and Services_Nov 2024.docx
    The document outlines a draft proposal for required resuscitation education products and services by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). It presents a comprehensive list of equipment and subscriptions intended to enhance training in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), among other resuscitation-related areas. Key products include Resusci Anne and Resusci Baby manikins, various instructional materials such as manuals and digital videos, and eCards for certifications. Additionally, the proposal indicates the need for ongoing program coordination and support services, as well as a maintenance warranty replacement program. This initiative underscores the VHA's commitment to providing effective, hands-on education to healthcare providers, thus improving emergency response capabilities within the healthcare system. The document serves as part of the federal request for proposals aimed at enhancing resuscitation training services in alignment with national safety and healthcare standards.
    RFI Attachment 1_ DRAFT PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT_NOV 2024.docx
    The Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is initiating a project for the Resuscitation Education Products and Services (REdI) program, aimed at providing mandatory resuscitation training for clinical and non-clinical employees across the VHA. This initiative is aligned with federal healthcare regulations to ensure staff competency in resuscitation techniques, including Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Care Support (ACLS). The project scope includes four main categories: delivery of mobile CPR testing stations, electronic courseware for self-directed learning, provision of digital and print resuscitation education materials, and ongoing program management support services. Contractors will be responsible for providing a fully integrated CPR skills simulation station, developing interactive eLearning modules that support adaptability and competency assessments, and ensuring compliance with the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) standards. The REdI program has transitioned to a digital platform for training, facilitating access for approximately 250,000 VHA employees. The overall goal is to enhance healthcare response capabilities within VA facilities while leveraging technology for effective training and certification. This initiative underscores the commitment to improving emergency response capabilities and aligning educational practices with evolving clinical guidelines.
    S02 - RFI_Resuscitation Education Products and Services_Nov 2024.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Resuscitation Education and Innovation (REdI) program, which standardizes resuscitation training for over 250,000 clinical and non-clinical VA employees. This RFI seeks market input on resuscitation education products and services, such as mobile CPR training stations, electronic courseware, and educational materials for various levels of life support training. The REdI program aims to enhance emergency response capabilities following federal healthcare regulations. Responses are intended for market research to identify capable vendors, but this is not a solicitation for a contract. Interested vendors must provide a comprehensive capability statement and may not exceed twenty pages. The RFI highlights planned procurement in FY25, with potential delivery spanning from Q3 FY25 to Q2 FY30. Vendors are encouraged to include case studies, capabilities relevant to healthcare training, and information on how their products align with the VA’s needs. The deadline for submissions is December 23, 2024, after which the VA may conduct further engagement based on received responses.
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