U008--Acupuncture Training for VHA Physician Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System
ID: 36C26224Q0051Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

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https://sam.gov/opp/97586db705cc483ab74c1b6f864d0f79/view
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    The Veterans Affairs, Department of is seeking a qualified contractor to provide an acupuncture training course for a VA primary care physician at the Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System. The training course will cover acupuncture applications for primary care and pain management clinical problems, as well as acupuncture approaches for common organic and functional disturbances. The contractor must provide a minimum of 300 hours of training, which will include online training and three in-person training sessions. The in-person training modules will take place in Tempe, Arizona, and various locations in California and Maryland. The training course must be accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education. The contractor will be responsible for providing all training materials and will award a training certificate upon successful completion of the course. The period of performance for this contract is from November 9, 2023, to June 4, 2024. Interested companies must submit their quotes by October 12, 2023.

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    Jennell ChristofaroContract Specialist
    jennell.christofaro@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to deliver a comprehensive acupuncture training course for a VA primary care physician as part of an RFQ (Solicitation Number: 36C26224Q0051), with quotes due by October 12, 2023, at 14:00 PST. The training includes a 300-hour curriculum comprising online and in-person sessions, focusing on applications for primary care, pain management, and various health conditions, conducted by certified professionals. Interested parties must submit their quotes electronically and confirm acceptance of the solicitation's terms.
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