Roseburg VAHCS LYNX Duress and Mass Notification System Software Support Agreement
ID: 36C26024Q0954Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK AS A SERVICE (DG10)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f9cb4f5b9e6e4ca3bfa259eb1ebf4742/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for a software support agreement for the LYNX Duress and Mass Notification System at the Roseburg VA Healthcare System. This procurement is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and aims to ensure the continued functionality and safety of critical emergency response systems used to protect VA patients and staff. The contract will cover a base period from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025, with four optional extension years, and is estimated at a total award amount of $34 million. Interested parties should contact Christine Thomas at christine.thomas1@va.gov, with the anticipated issuance of the Request for Quote on September 17, 2024, and an award decision expected in the last week of September.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christine Thomas
    christine.thomas1@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    P03 JnA Brand Name LYNX SSA Roseburg VAHCS Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a justification for a single-source contract awarded by the Department of Veterans Affairs to obtain a Support Agreement for the LYNX Duress and Mass Notification System at the Roseburg VA Healthcare System. The contract, estimated at $17,085.23, is for a base period plus four option years. The justification highlights that the unique characteristics of the LYNX system limit the supply of necessary services to only one source, MITSI/LYNX, which is vital for emergency responses to ensure the safety of VA patients and staff. Market research conducted in September 2024 indicated that while there are authorized dealers, only LYNX brand services are suitable for supporting the existing system. The purchase is certified as compliant with FAR 13.106-1(b), ensuring proper procurement processes are followed for the simplified acquisition. This summary underscores the necessity for specialized services in critical safety systems and demonstrates the government's contractual compliance in procurement strategies.
    S02 RFQ 36C26024Q0954.pdf
    The document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) for a software support agreement for the LYNX Duress and Mass Notification System at the Roseburg VA Healthcare System. It is designated as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside, promoting equity in government contracting. The procurement aims to provide support services from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025, with four optional extension years. Key details include the total award amount of $34 million, and the contract processes are guided by specific FAR and VAAR clauses, emphasizing compliance with federal regulations and the unique requirements for SDVOSBs. The document also specifies that invoicing will occur electronically, highlighting the need for accurate submissions as per federal guidelines. Overall, this summary encapsulates the main objectives and regulatory framework surrounding the RFP, demonstrating the government's commitment to supporting veteran-owned businesses while ensuring high standards of service delivery in critical software systems.
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