Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: HT0011-25-NOI-0142Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6fcfaaa06c444a8a869e79269d1734d3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), intends to award a sole-source contract to the Health Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) for an Annual Premier Level Organizational Affiliate Program (PLOAP) membership subscription. This contract aims to enhance DHA's operational and technological capabilities by providing access to a comprehensive online network, professional development resources, and registration for U.S.-based HIMSS events, thereby fostering collaboration in health information technology initiatives. The procurement includes a six-month base period followed by three twelve-month option periods, with interested parties having 15 days to express their interest in competing for the contract. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Linda M. Walker at linda.m.walker38.civ@health.mil or Destiny Wood at Destiny.r.wood2.civ@health.mil.

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    Linda M Walker
    linda.m.walker38.civ@health.mil
    Destiny Wood
    Destiny.r.wood2.civ@health.mil
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    HT0011-25-NOI-0142 - HIMSS.pdf
    The Defense Health Agency (DHA) plans to award a sole-source contract to the Health Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) for an Annual Premier Level Organizational Affiliate Program (PLOAP) membership subscription. This contract is intended to support DHA's operational and technological needs, enhancing mission execution, information accessibility, and digital health transformation. The PLOAP membership will grant access to an extensive online network, professional development resources, research initiatives, and registration for U.S.-based HIMSS events, which will foster collaboration in health information technology initiatives. The procurement will include a six-month base period and three additional twelve-month option periods, with the NAICS code categorized as Professional Organizations. Interested parties have 15 days to express interest, demonstrating their capability and intent to respond competitively. However, the government retains discretion over whether to pursue competitive procurement based on submitted interest. No solicitations or marketing responses will be accepted. This contract action highlights DHA's commitment to leveraging HIMSS resources for strategic operational improvements in health care information systems.
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