The document is an amendment to a solicitation for a new contract by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically related to a Professional Patient Safety Course. It serves to clarify questions raised by potential offerors and confirms the submission deadline of September 18 at 4:30 PM EDT as the first amendment to the solicitation. Key inquiries addressed include the nature of the contract (which is new and has no incumbent), the accuracy of the submission deadline with no updates pending, and the status of offers received, indicating that while specifics cannot be disclosed during the solicitation process, there are currently no plans to repost the solicitation if no offers are submitted. This document emphasizes the VA's procedural transparency and requirement for timely acknowledgment of amendments by bidders, ensuring compliance with federal solicitation policies.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Professional Patient Safety Course aimed at enhancing the education of VHA Patient Safety Officers (PSOs). This course will be provided through web-based, self-paced training and cover a variety of patient safety and risk reduction topics, facilitating better job performance for approximately 77 PSOs across multiple facilities in the Midwest Consortium. The training shall not result in certification but will offer at least six continuing education units (CEUs) and course certificates. Contractors interested in providing these services must submit their quotes by September 18, 2024. Offers must include specific documentation, such as proof of course accreditation and pricing per attendee. The contract period runs from September 24, 2024, to September 19, 2025, with performance delivered entirely online. This solicitation represents an opportunity for full and open competition, underscoring the VA's commitment to improving patient safety standards within healthcare facilities through the professional development of its staff.