DH10--VOCERA SOFTWARE UPGRADE
ID: 36C25525Q0173Type: Presolicitation
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 - PLATFORM AS A SERVICE: DATABASE, MAINFRAME, MIDDLEWARE (DH10)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cda87e005e1548b8aa310b927fdd4979/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contracting Office 15, is seeking quotes for a Vocera Software upgrade at the Marion VA Medical Center. This procurement is classified under NAICS Code 541519 for Other Computer Related Services and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, emphasizing the importance of supporting small businesses in government contracting. Interested contractors should monitor the release of the Request for Quotes (RFQ) on or around February 3, 2025, with responses due by February 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM CST; all inquiries must be directed to Betty Flores at veronica.flores@va.gov by February 6, 2025. Compliance with registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and verification for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses through VetBiz is required for participation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Betty FloresContract Specialist
    (913) 946-1167
    veronica.flores@va.gov
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    36C25525Q0173_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office - NCO 15, is seeking quotes for a Vocera Software upgrade at the Marion VA Medical Center. This initiative is classified under NAICS Code 541519 for Other Computer Related Services and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Contractors are invited to monitor the release of the Request for Quotes (RFQ) on or around February 3, 2025, with responses due by February 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM CST. Quotes must be submitted via email, quoting the designated RFQ number. Questions must be directed to the contact specified by February 6, 2025. Also, potential contractors are reminded to complete necessary electronic certifications and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), while Veteran-Owned Small Businesses must be verified through VetBiz. Non-original equipment manufacturers are required to submit an Authorized Distributor Letter with their quote. This presolicitation notice outlines the essential requirements for participation in the bidding process while reinforcing compliance and verification standards.
    36C25525Q0173.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Vocera Software Upgrade for the Marion VA Medical Center. It details the scope of work required to update the Vocera communication system to ensure its continued functionality within the facility. The upgrade involves providing software licenses, maintenance, support services, and training, with a firm fixed price contract set aside for small businesses. Key deliverables include software installation, system migration, and analytics upgrades, all of which must adhere to OEM specifications. The project administration is conducted through the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Network Contracting Office, and all contractor activities are subject to rigorous government oversight concerning information security and compliance with federal regulations. The document emphasizes the importance of securing sensitive data, maintaining system integrity, and ensuring authorized access, with specific clauses dictating contractor responsibilities and procedures in case of security breaches or data mishandling. The RFP illustrates the federal government's commitment to enhancing communication technologies within VA facilities while adhering to strict procurement and security standards.
    SSJ_36C255-25-AP-0595 _VOCERA UPGRADE MA - Signed_Redacted.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a single-source justification for awarding a contract for a Vocera software upgrade at the Marion VA Medical Center (VAMC). This upgrade to the Vocera 6.x version is necessary as the currently installed Vocera 5.6 is no longer compliant with the Office of Information & Technology (OIT) network requirements. Vocera is the only brand capable of upgrading its own software due to proprietary constraints, and it meets specific standards such as VA FIPS 140-2 compliance for secure operating environments. The justification asserts that after conducting extensive market research, it was determined there is limited competition for this brand name product, as no alternative software can integrate with the existing system. The proposed purchase includes software licenses, maintenance, support, and consulting services. This initiative demonstrates the VA's commitment to maintaining up-to-date technology essential for effective communication within its healthcare facilities.
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