DA10--Alaris Software Management Service NIHCS
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically VISN 10, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for Alaris Software Management Services. This is for the Veteran Health Indiana (VHI) and Northern Indiana VA Medical Center. The purpose is to gather information to assist in the acquisition strategy for future services. Responses are due by June 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
While this is not a solicitation, the attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines anticipated requirements for Alaris Infusion System software management services. This includes:
- Software enhancements, patching, and maintenance for Alaris Systems Manager and related software.
- Training (on-site clinical support, workshops, online education).
- Technical and clinical data support.
- Data analytics and benchmarking tools.
- Security compliance with VA directives and FIPS 140-2.
- Emergency repair services with a 2-hour response time.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Duration: Base year with zero option years.
- Place of Performance: Northern Indiana VA Medical Center facilities (Fort Wayne, Marion, Mishawaka) and potentially other VHI healthcare system locations within Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Kentucky.
- Response Due: June 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Published: June 17, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Responses must be submitted via email only and should not exceed 15 pages. Required information includes:
- Commercial price list and GSA/FSS/SAC Contract Number (or state "open market").
- Contractor Point of Contact details.
- Company Information (Name, Address, SAM UID, Tax ID, Business Size).
- Subcontractor information (if applicable).
- Business Size/Type (SDVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), Hub Zone, WOSB, SDB, Small Business, or Large Business).
- Proprietary information must be clearly marked. No marketing materials are allowed.
Eligibility / Set-Aside Considerations
- Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM.gov (NAICS 541511, Size Standard $34 Million).
- SDVOSB/VOSB respondents must be registered and verified in VA’s VetCert database.
- ED/WOSB respondents must provide SBA certification.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future contract. Questions pertaining to set-asides, number of awards, or technical aspects will not be answered. The draft Statement of Work is attached and subject to change.