DB10--Carefusion/BD - Alaris Virtual SVC Upgrade 2025 (Biomed)
ID: 36C24925Q0065Type: Special Notice
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, USA

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Other Computer Related Services (541519)

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IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE AS A SERVICE: MAINFRAME/SERVERS (DB10)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source purchase order for the Alaris Support Program Software, which is critical for enhancing the functionality of the Alaris Health System. This proprietary diagnostic software, developed exclusively by CareFusion Solutions, LLC, a subsidiary of Becton Dickinson and Company, provides essential maintenance and technical guidance for various Alaris® products, utilizing a proprietary database and Microsoft SQL Server for data storage. The contract is expected to be awarded on January 1, 2025, with interested parties required to submit their capability documentation by November 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM CST, to the designated contract specialist, Ayslin Kennett, via email at Ayslin.Kennett@va.gov. All prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide an authorized distributor letter from the manufacturer.

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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source purchase order for Alaris Support Program Software, essential for enhancing the functionality of the Alaris Health System. This diagnostic software, which employs a proprietary database and SQL Server for data storage, provides maintenance and technical guidance for various Alaris® products manufactured exclusively by CareFusion Solutions, a subsidiary of Becton Dickinson. The anticipated award date is January 1, 2025, with a submission deadline for expressions of interest from potential vendors set for November 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM CST. While this notice is not a solicitation for competitive quotes, interested parties may submit documentation of their capabilities to the designated contract specialist for consideration. The acquisition is categorized under NAICS code 541519, with a determination on competitive procurement based solely on received responses. Applicants must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide an authorized distributor letter from the manufacturer. This notice underscores the VA's focus on leveraging proprietary technology to enhance patient care and safety in healthcare facilities.
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