DG11--FY25 Veterans' Tele Town Hall quarterly events
ID: 36C26025Q0041Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Telecommunications (517810)

PSC

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

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/093d5da70873448fb6d73cc2ef8d6f9f/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) to provide tele-town hall event services for the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. The procurement involves managing logistical elements for quarterly events, including outbound calling to veterans, live audio streaming, technical support, and follow-up metrics, with a specific requirement for two events to cater to women veterans and occur after regular working hours. This initiative aims to enhance communication and engagement with veterans regarding VA services through effective telecommunication technology. Quotations are due by 3 PM MST on November 7, 2024, and must be submitted electronically to Contract Specialist Amy Kuczajda at Amy.Kuczajda@va.gov, with inquiries accepted until October 31, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Amy KuczajdaContract Specialist
    (208) 429-2018
    Amy.Kuczajda@va.gov
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    The solicitation 36C26025Q0041 outlines the requirement for service providers to conduct quarterly tele-town hall events for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Puget Sound Health Care System. This initiative aims to enhance communication with veterans regarding VA services. The contract is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under the NAICS code 517810, with a size standard of $40 million. The vendor will manage various logistical elements, including outbound calling to veterans, live audio streaming, technical support, and follow-up metrics. Notably, two of the four events must specifically cater to women veterans and take place after regular working hours. Quotations are due by 3 PM MST on November 7, 2024, to be submitted electronically; inquiries should be directed to Contract Specialist Amy Kuczajda. The contractor will not have access to sensitive VA information nor require on-site access. This procurement aligns with the VA’s goal to facilitate better engagement with veterans, leveraging telecommunication technology to offer accessible services.
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