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Page 3 of 3 This request for information (RFI) is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that... Page 3 of 3 This request for information (RFI) is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. This notice is published to conduct market research to determine if there is a sufficient number of certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and/or Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), capable of performing the requirements to warrant a socio-economic set-aside or full & open competition. It is strongly recommended that interested parties register in the US Department of Veterans Affairs Vet Biz database and the Small Business Administration (SBA) database. Registration may be accomplished at http://www.vip.vetbiz.gov/ and www.sba.gov/, respectively. Interested parties responding to this Sources Sought request shall submit the following information at a minimum: (1) company name and address, point of contact with phone number, and DUNS number; (2) documentation relating to capability of performance (3) intentions of subcontracting program to include set-asides if any; (4) proof of registration in the VA Vet Biz or SBA websites or intention of registration prior to submission of offers to a solicitation; (5) If you are a distributor a statement from the manufacturer that your company is an authorized distributor; (6) a statement to inform the government if you are a manufacturer or distributor; (7) any information regarding FSS Schedule availability; (8) SAM Registration (9) any other pertinent company documentation. Responses are due by February 22, 2021 at 1:00 pm MST. It is anticipated that a solicitation may be issued in February/March 2021. If issued, award of a subsequent contract is contemplated in March 2021. Electronic submissions are acceptable via Eric.Carroll@va.gov, and are highly preferred. NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE OTHER THAN WHAT IS NOTED HEREIN. ALL FIRMS ARE INSTRUCTED NOT TO CALL THE INDIVIDUAL VA MEDICAL CENTERS REQUESTING MORE INFORMATION. This procurement is for a service agreement at the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) to provide maintenance and support services for its DSS Omnicell Inpatient VistA interface. This equipment must be regularly maintained by trained technicians. It is requested that responses include a rough estimate of pricing for completion of the requirements identified below. Purpose: The Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) requires a service agreement to provide maintenance and support services for its DSS Omnicell Inpatient VistA Interface. Required Services: The Contractor shall be responsible for maintenance and support including: Bug fixes Minor release upgrades Telephone support Service technicians shall be certified to work on DSS Inc. software. Contractor shall provide documentation/copy of certification with proposal submittals and upon award. Noncontract Charges: The contractor shall not perform any services that shall result in additional charges without prior approval from the Contracting Officer. Payment: Payment shall be made in arrears, and upon receipt of a properly prepared invoice which references the period for which payment is due, the contract number and/or assigned purchase order number. The invoice shall include the correct payment address. Failure to carry out the above procedures shall be considered as a failure to document the service visit and shall constitute a failure to perform. This contract shall provide for the addition and removal of equipment covered in the scope of services. Deliverables: The Contractor shall deliver a hard copy or electronic copy of a Field Service Report that delineates the service performed and confirms quality assurance tests results to Agency. Period of Performance: 3/10/2021-3/9/2022