R408--Technical Application Platform Services (TAPS) New Task Order - Base Award (VA-24-00013805)
ID: 36C10B24Q0242Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFTECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER NJ (36C10B)EATONTOWN, NJ, 07724, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1dd61603a8494a6e9bd37f11f9cdf0c4/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Technical Application Platform Services (TAPS) under solicitation number 36C10B24Q0242, as part of a Fair Opportunity under the GSA Alliant 2 Governmentwide Acquisition Contract. The procurement aims to enhance IT services that support veteran care through comprehensive project management, technical engineering, and strategic planning, with a focus on improving access to essential services via modernized technology solutions. Interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities and past performance examples by March 13, 2024, with responses limited to 10 pages; inquiries can be directed to Contract Specialist Andrew Hemberger at andrew.hemberger@va.gov or 848-377-5151.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andrew HembergerContract Specialist
    (848) 377-5151
    andrew.hemberger@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    36C10B24Q0242_1.docx
    This document is a modification to a previous notice regarding the Technical Application Platform Services (TAPS) new task order for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The contracting office, located in Eatontown, NJ, is soliciting under the GSA Alliant 2 Governmentwide Acquisition Contract as a Fair Opportunity, with the specific solicitation number 36C10B24Q0242. Interested parties are informed that the response deadline is set for February 10, 2025, at 11 AM Eastern Time. The primary purpose of this amendment is to notify stakeholders of the update and to clarify the solicitation process. It is emphasized that this initiative is not funded by the Recovery Act. The document identifies Andrew Hemberger as the contract specialist and provides his contact details for any inquiries related to this RFP. This amendment aims to streamline the solicitation process and ensure clarity for potential contractors engaged in providing technical services to the VA.
    36C10B24Q0242.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs issued a Sources Sought Notice for Technical Application Platform Services (TAPS) under solicitation number 36C10B24Q0242, seeking input for planning purposes only. This Request for Information (RFI) does not solicit formal proposals and indicates no commitment from the government to procure services. Interested vendors are invited to provide detailed responses outlining their capabilities related to the required services over a 10-page limit. Key information requested includes company details, small business status, past performance examples, and contractual vehicles available for service procurement. The government will evaluate responses to aid in its acquisition strategy and to consider set-aside decisions for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Technical questions may be addressed by respondents, but inquiries to the customer are prohibited. Responses are due by March 13, 2024, and submissions should be marked as proprietary if sensitive. This initiative exemplifies efforts to gather market research to inform future contracting decisions while encouraging participation from various business entities, particularly those with veteran ownership.
    36C10B24Q0242.docx
    TAPS- T4NG PWS for RFI Final.pdf
    The T4NG2 Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Information & Technology's Product Engineering Services (PES) to deliver effective IT services that enhance veteran care. The contractor is tasked with providing comprehensive support involving project management, technical engineering, strategic planning, and administrative activities, primarily structured around a Time and Materials (T&M) and Firm Fixed Price (FFP) payment model with cost-reimbursable travel expenses. Key responsibilities include developing a Contractor Project Management Plan, organizing onboarding and offboarding tasks, ensuring compliance with various federal regulations and documentation, and maintaining communication and data management systems. Security protocols are emphasized, requiring immediate reporting of any vulnerabilities. The PWS also establishes a 12-month base performance period, with four additional option periods, focusing on engaging contractors for both onsite and remote support, ultimately aiming to improve the seamless access of veterans to essential services through modernized technology solutions. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to leveraging innovative technology for veteran-centric service delivery while adhering rigorously to cybersecurity and operational standards.
    TAPS- T4NG PWS for RFI Final.pdf
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