R410--Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Training
ID: 36C10X24Q0398Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM EVALUATION/REVIEW/DEVELOPMENT (R410)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f0049dd02a8246f6ade3f6d05315a282/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Training aimed at enhancing the skills of biomedical staff. The training program encompasses a variety of courses, ranging from fundamental patient safety and cybersecurity to advanced project management and certification preparation, with course durations varying from one day to four months. This initiative is crucial for improving healthcare service delivery by equipping staff with essential competencies in technology management. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Melissa Maloy at Melissa.Maloy@va.gov or call 202-815-9679, with proposals due by October 11, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Melissa MaloyContract Specialist Intern
    (202) 815-9679
    Melissa.Maloy@va.gov
    Files
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    36C10X24Q0398.docx
    The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified contractors to support its Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Professional Development Program. This Sources Sought Notice aims to gather market information and capabilities for procurement planning related to training and competency development for the HTM community. The contractor's responsibilities will include providing logistical and administrative support for various training courses, managing a dedicated SharePoint site for the program, and developing new HTM courses. Key tasks involve supporting course deliveries, maintaining existing training content, and procuring commercial training solutions. Organizations interested in responding must submit a cover sheet outlining their qualifications and a capabilities statement including experience with government agencies, availability of facilitators for the listed courses, and pricing information. The submission deadline is October 11, 2024, at 11 AM ET. This initiative emphasizes enhancing training services to improve patient outcomes for veterans through effective healthcare technology management.
    36C10X24Q0398 0001.docx
    The presolicitation notice outlines a request for proposals (RFP) for Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Training by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Scheduled with a response deadline of October 11, 2024, this initiative is set to enhance training for biomedical staff in areas such as patient safety, cybersecurity, and project management. The training courses include a range of topics from fundamental patient safety standards to advanced certification prep programs, with durations varying from one day to four months. The aim is to equip staff with essential skills and knowledge necessary for effective healthcare technology management. The contracting office is located in Frederick, MD, with Melissa Maloy as the designated contract specialist for inquiries. The effort emphasizes improving healthcare service delivery through enhanced staff competency in technology management.
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