7A21--Varian Respiratory Gating for Scanners Operating System Upgrade
ID: 36C24425Q0077Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to Varian Medical Systems Inc. for the upgrade of the Varian Respiratory Gating for Scanners (RGSC) Operating System at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center from Windows 7 to Windows 10. This upgrade is critical to comply with the VA's software security policies, as the current unsupported operating system poses a risk to network security and patient care. The contract will encompass all necessary equipment, software, and labor to ensure the RGSC system operates effectively post-upgrade, reflecting the VA's commitment to maintaining secure medical technology. Interested vendors must submit their capability information by 10:00 AM ET on November 12, 2024, to Contract Specialist Jefferson Mann at jefferson.mann@va.gov.

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    Jefferson MannContract Specialist
    (412) 860-7204
    jefferson.mann@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to Varian Medical Systems Inc. for upgrading the Varian Respiratory Gating for Scanners (RGSC) Operating System at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center from Windows 7 to Windows 10. This upgrade is essential to align with the VA's software security policies, as using unsupported operating systems poses a risk to network security. Interested vendors can submit capability information demonstrating their qualifications before the response deadline of November 12, 2024. The contract will require the necessary equipment, software, and labor to ensure the RGSC system operates effectively post-upgrade. Specific delivery protocols and compliance with VA security requirements are outlined, emphasizing the need for trained contractor personnel. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to maintaining secure and up-to-date medical technology in support of patient care.
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