DC10--Intent to Sole source notification
ID: 36C24125Q0075Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER AS A SERVICE (DC10)

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https://sam.gov/opp/cc8dc05140434c5aa3c22123f73e1a6c/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole-source contract to HealthInfoNet for the provision of a Health Information Exchange Network to support the VA Maine Healthcare System. This network will enable real-time information sharing among authorized users and healthcare providers, facilitating patient treatment and ensuring compliance with the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) of 2009. The contract is set for one year with four optional renewal years, and interested parties may express their interest by November 20, 2024, at 4:30 PM EST. For further inquiries, potential vendors can contact Contracting Specialist James L. R. Moore at James.Moore14@va.gov or by phone at (603) 624-4366.

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    James L. R. MooreContracting Specialist
    (603) 624-4366
    James.Moore14@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole-source contract to HealthInfoNet for a Health Information Exchange Network to support the VA Maine Healthcare System. This network will facilitate real-time information sharing among authorized users and healthcare providers for patient treatment. The contract will last one year with four options for renewal and is justified under FAR 13.106-1 for single-source awards. Interested parties can express their interest by November 20, 2024. Key aspects include compliance with the HITECH Act, the provision of necessary training, and secure handling of confidential information. The contractor must maintain confidentiality, follow data security protocols, and adhere to federal laws regarding information management. The document outlines the performance requirements for the vendor, emphasizing the importance of continual access to the network for authorized users. This notice serves to inform potential stakeholders of the intended contract and to invite expressions of interest from capable organizations.
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