DA10--Pharmacy Staff Scheduling Software Access and Support Service FY26 (VA-26-00027047)
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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 the Technology Acquisition Center NJ, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Pharmacy Staff Scheduling Software Access and Support Service (VA-26-00027047). This opportunity is a Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The VA seeks a comprehensive Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform to ensure continuous, secure, and reliable access for authorized users, including 24/7/365 availability and extensive technical support. Quotes are due by March 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a cloud-based SaaS platform solution for pharmacy staff scheduling. Key requirements include:
- Maintaining 24/7/365 platform availability.
- Delivering all application functions through a hosted cloud environment.
- Providing unlimited technical support during standard business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST) and emergency-only support outside these hours.
- Ensuring strict data handling protocols, limiting Personally Identifiable Information (PII) to employee names and email addresses only.
- Adhering to numerous VA and Federal cybersecurity regulations, including VA Handbook 6500, NIST SP 800-63, and Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) requirements.
- Submitting monthly progress reports detailing system usage, availability, support activity, and other relevant updates. A Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is a mandatory component, outlining strict requirements for handling Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA and HITECH Act.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: One 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods, totaling up to 60 months.
- Product Service Code (PSC): DA10
- NAICS Code: 541519
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offerors must be registered and verified in the SBA's Small Business Search database at the time of offer submission and contract award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission: Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. Hyperlinks or embedded attachments within the quote are prohibited. Offerors must complete Section B.4 Price Schedule.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest-priced, responsive, responsible offeror whose quote conforms to all solicitation requirements.
- Key Deadlines:
- Solicitation Issued: March 11, 2026
- Quotes Due: March 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: Justin Daniel (Justin.Daniel@va.gov)