Notice of Intent -Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) Pricer Software
ID: HT0015-25-RFI-0002Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DHA ENTERPRISE MED SUPPORT EMS-CDFORT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234, USA

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Software Publishers (513210)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a07041116fab4d9784ac69d033a5e93d/view
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    The Defense Health Agency (DHA) intends to award a sole source contract to 3M for its Outpatient Code Editor (OCE) and TRICARE Pricer Software, which are essential for managing hospital outpatient claims for TRICARE eligible beneficiaries. The contract will have a base period of performance from December 22, 2024, to December 21, 2025, with two additional one-year options, and is necessary for ensuring compliance with reimbursement rules established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This software is crucial for the TRICARE Health Plan to accurately edit and process claims while integrating with the existing mainframe systems, thereby maintaining adherence to federal regulations. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Shariyun Lawson at shariyun.k.lawson.civ@health.mil or Thomas Reese at thomas.l.reese4.civ@health.mil, although if no responses are received, the contract will proceed as a sole source award.

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    Shariyun Lawson
    shariyun.k.lawson.civ@health.mil
    Thomas Reese
    thomas.l.reese4.civ@health.mil
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    The Defense Health Agency (DHA) intends to award a sole source contract to 3M for its Outpatient Code Editor (OCE) and TRICARE Pricer Software, essential for managing hospital outpatient claims for TRICARE eligible beneficiaries. This decision is authorized under FAR Part 6.302-1, which permits sole source awards when only one responsible source can meet the agency's needs. The base contract term will start on December 22, 2024, and continue for one year, with two additional one-year options. The software is crucial for ensuring compliance with reimbursement rules set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and integrating with the existing mainframe used by the TRICARE Health Plan. Interested parties can submit capability statements to be considered, although if no responses are received, the contract will proceed as a sole source award. The document emphasizes the importance of the software for accurate claim processing and adherence to federal regulations, reflecting the DHA’s intent to maintain consistency in reimbursement practices within the healthcare framework.
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