DG11--459-25-1-380-0005 | 36C261-24-AP-5759 | Routed Network Service, NCIC/Background Inquiries for VA Police
ID: 36C26125Q0112Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0c1782e8150d4140aa5aab793de5c3fd/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking contractors capable of providing Routed Network Service (RNS) for access to the National Crime Investigation Center (NCIC) and the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center (HCJDC) to support the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System Police Service in Honolulu, Hawaii. The procurement aims to establish a secure network connection between healthcare facilities and criminal justice data systems, ensuring compliance with federal security standards and the maintenance of sensitive information. This initiative is critical for enhancing law enforcement operations within the healthcare system, thereby ensuring a safe environment for veterans. Interested contractors must respond by email to Contract Specialist Destiny Quenga at destiny.quenga@va.gov by 4:00 PM PST on November 18, 2024, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Destiny QuengaContract Specialist
    (808) 835-9576
    destiny.quenga@va.gov
    Files
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    36C26125Q0112.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 21 is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify contractors capable of providing Routed Network Service (RNS) for access to the National Crime Investigation Center (NCIC) and the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center (HCJDC) in support of the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System Police Service, located in Honolulu, Hawaii. This notice serves as a request for information only, with no solicitation currently available. The procurement strategy will be decided based on responses received by the deadline of November 18, 2024. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and are requested to provide details including socioeconomic status, legal entity information, past project experiences, anticipated teaming arrangements, and compliance with subcontracting limitations if applicable. The project is limited to a period of performance from December 2, 2024, to December 1, 2025, with four additional one-year options. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing its police service operations through secure and efficient network services necessary for criminal justice and public safety access. Contractors must submit their responses via email to the provided contact by the specified date.
    Draft Routed Network Service Statement of Work 11-13-2024.pdf
    The Statement of Work outlines the Department of Veterans Affairs Pacific Island Healthcare System's requirement for access to the National Crime Investigation Center and Judicial Inquiry System (NCIC/JIS) by its Police Force. The contract involves establishing a Routed Network Service to connect two healthcare facilities in Hawaii to the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center. The contract duration is capped at five years, emphasizing compliance with technical and security standards set by the State of Hawaii Criminal Justice Center. Services will include maintaining and repairing NCIC/CJIS applications and related equipment, ensuring only authorized personnel with proper security clearances are involved. Contractors must adhere to federal laws regarding information security, data protection, and the handling of sensitive information. The document specifies protocols for incident reporting, training requirements, and stringent measures for data destruction. The overall emphasis is on maintaining the security and integrity of the NCIC/JIS systems to support law enforcement operations within the healthcare system, aligning with government standards for contracting and compliance. This is indicative of the commitment to ensuring that veterans' healthcare facilities provide safe and secure environments.
    WD 2015-5689 Rev 23 Dated 07-22-2024.pdf
    The document outlines the wage determinations under the Service Contract Act, specifying minimum wage rates for various job classifications that federal contractors must adhere to. Key provisions indicate that contracts awarded from January 30, 2022, onwards must follow Executive Order 14026, mandating a minimum hourly wage of $17.20, while contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, are subject to Executive Order 13658, with a minimum of $12.90 per hour. Detailed occupational wages and fringe benefits across administrative support, automotive services, food preparation, health occupations, and various other classifications are provided, including additional benefits such as health and welfare, vacation, and holiday pay. Specific guidelines for paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706 and requirements for uniform costs are also outlined. The primary focus of the document serves to inform federal contractors about their obligations under wage laws, ensuring fair compensation and adherence to labor standards, which aligns with the context of government Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and grants. Overall, this regulation emphasizes compliance with labor laws while protecting worker rights under federally funded contracts.
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