The document is an amendment to a previous solicitation regarding the acquisition of Lucid Chart software as a service (SaaS) by the Veterans Health Administration. The solicitation number is 36C24E25Q0011, with quotes due by 3:00 PM Eastern Time on November 4, 2024. There is no incumbent provider or set-aside for this request, which is open to full competition. Interested parties must submit their quotations via email to Contracting Officer Ms. Shannon Hukriede, who will not accept phone inquiries. Deadline for final questions is October 31, 2024, at 1:00 PM EDT, after which no further inquiries will be entertained. The amendment clarifies procedural requirements, emphasizing the importance of completeness in submissions for consideration. Ultimately, the goal is to secure timely awards post-closure of the solicitation process.
The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is issuing a solicitation for Lucid Chart Software as a Service (SaaS), specifically the brand-name product, to support research collaborations at the George E. Wahlen VAMC in Salt Lake City. This request for quotation (RFQ), solicitation number 36C24E25Q0011, invites offers in accordance with federal acquisition regulations and seeks intelligent web-based diagramming tools to enhance team collaboration in VA-funded studies.
The scope requires the SaaS solution to include features such as real-time collaboration capabilities, integration with Microsoft Teams, cloud-based access, document management, and compliance with FedRAMP standards. A firm-fixed price contract will be awarded for an initial year with four one-year options.
The evaluation of submissions will focus on technical capabilities, past performance, and price. All quotes must reference the solicitation number, provide necessary FedRAMP documentation, and be submitted by November 4, 2024. Key deliverables include security plans, assessment reports, and continuous monitoring activities required for compliance with federal security regulations. This initiative highlights the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards of information security while facilitating ongoing research.