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This is a Q&A amendment document for solicitation 36C25625Q0259 issued by the VA VISN-16 for online wellness services. The document addresses 69 questions about technical requirements, scheduling, instructor qualifications, and security standards for providing livestream and recorded wellness sessions to Veterans and VA employees.
Key requirements include: providing 100+ weekly classes and 5,000+ annual classes across 70+ class types with 50+ instructors; operating Monday-Friday 0500-2100 and weekends 0800-1900; maintaining 100+ on-demand videos; offering yoga, tai chi/qigong, meditation and guided imagery with specific certification requirements for instructors; integrating with VA's EHR system within 1 year; meeting FedRAMP security requirements; supporting up to 10,000 users monthly across VISN-16; and providing platform/hosting capabilities with specified security protocols. The contract includes a base period (March 10, 2025 - March 9, 2026) and three one-year options. Quotes are due February 10, 2025 at 3PM CST. Pricing is structured as a monthly flat fee for each contract year.
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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:
The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers
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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT
(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) none Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Network Contracting Office 16 2575 Keystone Crossing Fayetteville AR 72703 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Healthcare System of the Ozarks Network Contracting Office 16 2575 Keystone Crossing Fayetteville AR 72703 To all Offerors/Bidders
36C25625Q0259
X X X The purpose of this modification is post the questions and answers to subject solicitation.
A. Questions and answers are hereby attached to this solicitation.
B. Replace Section B.2 Bid Schedule with attached Revised Bid Schedule.
C. Clause 52.222-49 Service Contract Labor Standards-Place of Performance Unknown is hereby incorporated into subject solicitation.
D. The quote response date remains the same: 02/10/2025 3PM CST.
Joseph L. Warren Contracting Officer This amendment is to post Q&A’s and revised bid schedule
1. Will the online wellness course be conducted using the VA’s system, or will I need to provide a video platform for hosting the sessions?
It is expected the vendor will host a video platform that is available to Veterans and employees 24/7/365.
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
· Source code protection: access to source code repository requires two-factor authentication.
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
2. In regard to 4.12 (CRITICAL ELEMENT) CONTRACTOR must demonstrate current and/or future ability for Electronic Health Record (EHR) integration prior to start of contract performance.
A. How will the contractor have access to the EHR system? Assign a computer or access through the government portal?
B. Will the contractor be required to go through Security Clearance in order to have access to the EHR System?
C. Will the contractor staff be required to update all the attendees records within the EHR system?
It is the expectation the Contractor will explore current and/or future ability to document Veteran participation in the VA’s EHR. The Contractor will be responsible for all equipment (e.g., hardware, software, etc.) required to achieve this current and/or future ability.
It is the expectation the Contractor will be responsible for complying with all security and training requirements necessary for documenting Veteran encounters in the VA’s EHR at no additional expense to the U.S. Government.
It is the expectation Contractor staff will document encounters in the VA’s EHR.
3. In regard to “4.2 (CRITICAL ELEMENT) Online wellness services to include unlimited access to both livestream (interactive) and recorded virtual wellness sessions with vetted and certified instructors (Reference section 5).”
A. How many live streaming classes are required per day/per week?
B. How many pre recorded classes are required?
C. What are the timeframes that the live streaming classes are to be conducted? i.e., 8am-7pm
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
4. Will a Service Disabled Veteran Woman Owned Small Business have preferences above other SDVOB?
All SDVOSB’s will be treated the same.
5. In the Online Wellness SOW document, Technical Requirement 6.2 refers to the “IT Security Clause that is attached to this requirement.” Is this meant to refer to section B3 IT Contract Security in the 36C25625Q0259_1 document?
Yes section B3 is the IT Security Clause.
6. In the 36C25625Q029_1 document, under section B2 Price/Cost schedule, the POP ending dates for 0001 and 0002 appear incorrect. The ending dates read 01-09-2026 and 01-09-2027. We’re assuming they should read 03-09-2026 and 03-09-2027. Can you please clarify?
The contract with the current CONTRACTOR expires on 09 MAR 2026. The anticipated start date for the new contract is 10 MAR 2026
7. Do you have a certain amount of classes you want available per week or month?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
8. Do you have a certain number of classes per class that you're interested in? (For example, 3 Tai Chi classes per week. 4 Yoga classes per week. Etc)
Priority: Yoga, Tai Chi / QiGong, Meditation, and Guided Imagery Top 10 Preferred Modalities (VISN-16/DEC 2024): (1) Yoga-Gentle, (2) Stretching, (3) Neck & Back, (4) Meditation, (5) Tai Chi, (6) Hip Mobility, (7) Breathwork, (8) Pilates, (9) Strength, and (1) Pelvic Health.
Top 10 Classes (VISN-16/DEC 2024): (1) Yoga for Tight Shoulders and Neck, (2) Breathwork, (3) Qigong, (4) Hip Strength & Mobility, (5) Vinyasa Express, (6) Pelvic Floor Strength & Mobility for Women, (7) Vinyasa Express, (8) Beginner Yoga, (9) Meditation & Sound Bowl Experience, and (10) Gentle Yoga.
9. What date would you like to officially start?
10 MAR 2025
10. Are there certain times per day that you want live classes to start?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration)
11. Any specific time slots or services that tend to have higher demand?
0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
12. What's the estimated number of classes or sessions provided daily or monthly under the current contract ?
Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+
13. Are most classes 45 minutes, 60 minutes, or of another duration?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration)
14. Just to clarify, will the content created be made available using a platform you provide, such as VA Video Connect, or would the scope of work involve the creation of a new platform?
It is expected the vendor will host a video platform that is available to Veterans and employees 24/7/365.
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
· Source code protection: access to source code repository requires two-factor authentication.
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
15. Will you store the recorded content, or will we store it and we will give you access to it?
It is expected the vendor will host a video platform that is available to Veterans and employees 24/7/365.
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
16. What is the number of recorded videos expected monthly and yearly? Shall we begin with 5 recorded videos per approach and add 2 monthly?
On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
17. What will the frequency of the live streams be?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery
18. What are the required time frames for live, interactive online instructor sessions? Are there specific hours or days you would prefer the instructors to be available to accommodate Veterans and VHA employees? Are you looking for classes to range from 7AM -10PM daily?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
19. How many live stream sessions are required for this?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
20. Is this one live stream per day that is recorded and uploaded for members to view when they would like? Or, is this 8 hours of live stream per day/5 days a week with uploaded sessions with the ability for members to view 24/7?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
21. The contractor required to have the website for uploaded videos or is this something the Government is providing or already has?
It is expected the vendor will host a video platform that is available to Veterans and employees 24/7/365.
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
22. Can each class be pre-recorded or does it have to be live?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
23. Are there a certain amount of people that are required or can the same person instruct the yoga classes, Qi Gong and Tai Chi?
Instructors: 50+
Yoga Qualifications Standards VA Handbook 5005/162 (02/21/2024) dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHAOPCC/IHCC/Shared Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FVHAOPCC%2FIHCC%2FShared Documents%2FList 1 Approaches%2FYoga%2Fc%2E HR%2C Hiring and Volunteer Documents%2FYoga Instructor Standards%2FRecreation Assistant %28Yoga Instructor%29 Qualification Standard 5005-165%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FVHAOPCC%2FIHCC%2FShared Documents%2FList 1 Approaches%2FYoga%2Fc%2E HR%2C Hiring and Volunteer Documents%2FYoga Instructor Standards
· 200 hr (minimum)
· C-IAYT or E-RYT200 (minimum)
· English Language Proficiency—Spoken and Written
· Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) – In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must demonstrate the following KSAs (minimum):
· Knowledge of virtual platforms to provide virtual instruction
· Skill in adapting yoga practices to meet participant needs (e.g., chair yoga, props)
· Skill in teaching yoga practices to include poses, breathing and mindfulness
· Ability to communicate instructions using verbal and visual cues to guide participants in a group setting
· Ability to maintain a safe yoga environment
· Ability to communicate participants’ needs with appropriate professionals to ensure individual and group safety
· Ability to utilize software to document participation in an electronic record
· Ability to create a schedule of classes
· Prepare class sequences such as grounding, warm up, cool down, physical postures, breathing techniques and meditation or relaxation appropriate for the type of class and the ability of participants to ensure safe movement
Tai Chi/QiGong Qualification Standards dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHAOPCC/IHCC/Shared Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FVHAOPCC%2FIHCC%2FShared Documents%2FList 1 Approaches%2FTai Chi and Qi Gong%2Fc%2E HR%2C Hiring%2C and Volunteer Documents%2FQualification Standards%2FAppendix G75%2C Recreation Assistant %28Tai Chi-Qigong Instructor%29%2C Handbook 5005 change 165%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FVHAOPCC%2FIHCC%2FShared Documents%2FList 1 Approaches%2FTai Chi and Qi Gong%2Fc%2E HR%2C Hiring%2C and Volunteer Documents%2FQualification Standards 150 hr (minimum) The 150-hour requirement may include the 50 hours of supervised instruction and any time spent in a formal educational program leading to certification Acceptable certifications must have required successful completion of a minimum 30-hour tai chi or qigong instruction program Instruct participants on the foundational guidelines of tai chi/qigong (basic principles of Chinese medicine, including the theoretical background of internal Qi trajectories, primary meridians, Qi cultivation principles and utilization of the Dantians) focusing on relieving pain, stress, poor circulation and enhancing strength, flexibility, balance and cardiovascular health.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)--In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs (minimum):
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology relevant to tai chi/qigong Knowledge of the therapeutic effects and evidence-based practice of tai chi/qigong Ability to work on a team Ability to complete a non-clinical assessment of a patient’s physical and mental status (including history and physical assessment) and interpret the appropriate information to identify each patient’s needs Ability to effectively communicate in writing through a variety of modalities
Meditation Standards A defined practice or technique, often arising from a contemplative tradition, that focuses on training attention regulation processes, with the intent of cultivating whole-person well-being and/or specific capacities such as self-regulation, relaxation, stress management, concentration, compassion or insight.
Facilitators: Meditation that is NOT a Mindfulness Based Intervention does NOT need to be offered by a licensed provider. For those widely recognized meditative practices with a clear certification/credential, the provider must have the outlined certification/credential for that type of meditation (NOTE: for other meditative practices with less clearly defined training/credentials, VHA is continuing to develop guidelines). A licensed or qualified health care professional with appropriate training and scope of practice can provide meditation for well-being OR for treatment, depending on the context.
Licensed Providers: Mindfulness Based Interventions should be provided by a licensed provider with scope of practice that includes meditation. Must have proper certification/credentials for type of approach (e.g., MBSR, MBCT, VA CALM). Since these approaches are delivered by licensed providers they can be provided for well-being OR treatment depending on the context.
Guided Imagery Standards Involves using a series of multi-sensory images designed to trigger specific changes in physiology, emotions, or mental state for the purpose of increasing healing response or unconscious changes. Guided Imaging often begins with a series of relaxation techniques, although this is not always so.
Facilitators: Non-mental health clinicians must have completed guided imagery training.
24. Will the customer accept a FedRAMP High or Moderate Level certification as part of the security review process?
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
· Source code protection: access to source code repository requires two-factor authentication.
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
25. If FedRAMP High or Moderate certification is required, what timeline will be allowed by the Government for bidders to have the necessary FedRAMP certification?
It is the expectation the proposed contractor will meet the following security requirements prior to the contract award.
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
26. Will there be time allotted for an audit or Cloud Security Review of our service delivery tool / application prior to final decision on award?
It is the expectation the proposed contractor will meet the following security requirements prior to the contract award.
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
27. Instructions to Offerors, section (11) (e) states: "Offerors are encouraged to submit multiple offers presenting alternative terms and conditions, including alternative line items (provided that the alternative line items are consistent with FAR subpart 4.10), or alternative commercial products or commercial services for satisfying the requirements of this solicitation. Each offer submitted will be evaluated separately." Can the VA confirm that multiple offers are encouraged and offerors may submit multiple offers?
As the provision states, it is permissible as long as they are submitted separately.
28. We noticed on page 35, "C.9 52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR 2000), (c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed one (1) year." Would the VA consider revising this to include the base an all option years?
This is an error. It should read “not to exceed 4 years”.
29. SOW 6.2 references an IT Security Clause attached to the requirement. We do not see this attachment. Can the VA provide the IT Security Clause or remove the referenced requirement?
Reference Section B.3 of solicitation.
30. Does the VA want to integrate your EHR system into the offerors website?
It is the expectation the Contractor will explore current and/or future ability to document Veteran participation in the VA’s EHR. It is the expectation the Contractor’s system will integrate with the VA’s EHR. The Contractor will be responsible for all equipment (e.g., hardware, software, etc.) required to achieve this current and/or future ability.
It is the expectation the Contractor will be responsible for complying with all security and training requirements necessary for documenting Veteran encounters in the VA’s EHR at no additional expense to the U.S. Government.
It is the expectation Contractor staff will document encounters in the VA’s EHR.
31. Does the VA have an expectation that there will be livestream classes for each of the List 1 Approaches or would it be acceptable to offer some things via livestream and others thru recorded wellness virtual sessions thru accredited resources such as the American College of Lifestyle Medicine?
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
32. Critical Element 4.1 -Does the VA intend for the on-line wellness livestream (interactive) and recorded wellness virtual sessions to be hosted at contractor facilities or in VISN-16 facilities? This is important for up-front costs that we will have to amortize across the contract period of Performance.
It is expected the vendor will host a video platform that is available to Veterans and employees 24/7/365.
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
33. Critical Element 4.1 -Does the VA intend to provide the IT infrastructure for the on-line sessions or will the contractor provide those. This is important for up-front costs that we will have to amortize across the contract period of performance.
It is expected the vendor will host a video platform that is available to Veterans and employees 24/7/365.
Security Requirements (Minimum)
· Database encryption at rest: database is encrypted at rest with AES-256, block-level storage encryption.
· Regular data backups: database is continuously backed up
· Encrypted data backups: database backups are stored in an encrypted AWS S3 Bucket in the US region.
· Secure password hashing: account passwords are hashed and salted using the PBKDF2 algorithm with a SHA256 hash, as recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
· Encryption in transit: all data requests are encrypted in transit using HTTPS
· XSS & CSRF attack protections: authentication tokens are protected against XSS and CSRF attacks using http-only and CSRF cookies
· Protection against SQL injection attacks: backend uses Django’s query parameterization to protect against SQL injection attacks.
· API access test coverage: over 300 access-control API test scripts are executed before any backend code deployments
Due to nature of this service, the patients Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and Protected Health Information (PHI) are considered sensitive information; if the vendor wishes to use Cloud Storage as part of their service, they shall be FedRAMP certified IAW VA Directive 6517
For future security requirements after the awarding of this contract, vendor will have up to 1 year to comply.
34. Critical Element 4.1 – Does the VA intend for the successful contractor to provide livestream for all names services everyday or could the various Approaches be scheduled during the week. For example, Yoga Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur, Fri; Tai Chi Tues and Thurs etc.
Priority: Yoga, Tai Chi / QiGong, Meditation, and Guided Imagery Top 10 Preferred Modalities (VISN-16/DEC 2024): (1) Yoga-Gentle, (2) Stretching, (3) Neck & Back, (4) Meditation, (5) Tai Chi, (6) Hip Mobility, (7) Breathwork, (8) Pilates, (9) Strength, and (1) Pelvic Health.
Top 10 Classes (VISN-16/DEC 2024): (1) Yoga for Tight Shoulders and Neck, (2) Breathwork, (3) Qigong, (4) Hip Strength & Mobility, (5) Vinyasa Express, (6) Pelvic Floor Strength & Mobility for Women, (7) Vinyasa Express, (8) Beginner Yoga, (9) Meditation & Sound Bowl Experience, and (10) Gentle Yoga.
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
35. Critical Element 4.2 - What is the desired frequency or schedule for livestream sessions? If you could please clarify what you mean by “unlimited access” that would be helpful. This is important so we know how many instructors to employee.
Priority: Yoga, Tai Chi / QiGong, Meditation, and Guided Imagery Top 10 Preferred Modalities (VISN-16/DEC 2024): (1) Yoga-Gentle, (2) Stretching, (3) Neck & Back, (4) Meditation, (5) Tai Chi, (6) Hip Mobility, (7) Breathwork, (8) Pilates, (9) Strength, and (1) Pelvic Health.
Top 10 Classes (VISN-16/DEC 2024): (1) Yoga for Tight Shoulders and Neck, (2) Breathwork, (3) Qigong, (4) Hip Strength & Mobility, (5) Vinyasa Express, (6) Pelvic Floor Strength & Mobility for Women, (7) Vinyasa Express, (8) Beginner Yoga, (9) Meditation & Sound Bowl Experience, and (10) Gentle Yoga.
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
36. Critical Element 4.3 – Does the VA have an expectation for livestream to be offered 7 days a week? This is important to understand the number of instructors that will need to be available.
Priority: Yoga, Tai Chi / QiGong, Meditation, and Guided Imagery Top 10 Preferred Modalities (VISN-16/DEC 2024): (1) Yoga-Gentle, (2) Stretching, (3) Neck & Back, (4) Meditation, (5) Tai Chi, (6) Hip Mobility, (7) Breathwork, (8) Pilates, (9) Strength, and (1) Pelvic Health.
Top 10 Classes (VISN-16/DEC 2024): (1) Yoga for Tight Shoulders and Neck, (2) Breathwork, (3) Qigong, (4) Hip Strength & Mobility, (5) Vinyasa Express, (6) Pelvic Floor Strength & Mobility for Women, (7) Vinyasa Express, (8) Beginner Yoga, (9) Meditation & Sound Bowl Experience, and (10) Gentle Yoga.
Livestream Schedule:
Start Times: Monday – Friday (0500-2100). Saturday – Sunday (0800-1900) Class Duration: 25-75 minutes (Most classes: 30, 45, or 60 minutes duration) Weekly Classes: 100+ Classes per Year: 5,000+ Instructors: 50+ Types of Classes: 70+ Yoga (Minimum: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, iRest, Restorative, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, Flow, Power, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Hip Pain, Pelvic Floor Strength and Mobility, Prenatal, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Tai Chi / Qigong (Minimum: Arthritis, Better Balance/Fall Prevention, Seated and Adaptive Classes, etc.)
Meditation (Minimum: Mindfulness Meditation, Mantram Repetition, Yoga Nidra, Transcendental Meditation, etc.)
Guided Imagery Time Slots with Higher Demand: 0600, 0700, 0900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000
On-Demand Videos:
Availability: 24/7/365 Number of Videos: 100+ Requested Classes: Yoga, Tai Chi/Qigong, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Breathwork Optional Classes: Pelvic Mobility, Strength & Mobility, Pilates, Barre, etc.
Optional Livestream/On-Demand Classes:
Veteran-centered Classes Sleep Classes Stretching and Mobility Cardio/Strength and Flexibility Sound Bowl Relaxation Barre Pilates
37. Critical Element 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 4.9, 4.10 and 4.11 – Depending on the interest from VISN 16 veterans and VHA employees, will the contractor be allowed to require a minimum registration for livestream sessions. As an example, 3 or more registered participants for Vinyasa or older veterans (60+) etc.
No. Veterans and/or employees will drop-in as the Veterans’ and/or employees’ schedules permit. A rolling 30+ day schedule should be available on the contractor’s platform.
38. Critical Element 4.12 – Does the VA have documented integration requirements for the Electronic Health Record? Also, what information would the contractor be expected to integrate into the EHR?
Upon the ability to integrate with the VA’s EHR, the vendor will be expected to document encounters using VA-approved templates in the VA’s EHR.
39. Qualifications/Knowledge Skills 5.3 – Are all instructors required to have the Yoga RYT 200 certification AND certifications for Tai Chi and other services? Several of our Yoga instructors do not currently have Tai Chi certifications. This also pertains to Stress Reduction etc.
Yoga Qualifications Standards VA Handbook 5005/162 (02/21/2024) dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHAOPCC/IHCC/Shared Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FVHAOPCC%2FIHCC%2FShared Documents%2FList 1 Approaches%2FYoga%2Fc%2E HR%2C Hiring and Volunteer Documents%2FYoga Instructor Standards%2FRecreation Assistant %28Yoga Instructor%29 Qualification Standard 5005-165%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FVHAOPCC%2FIHCC%2FShared Documents%2FList 1 Approaches%2FYoga%2Fc%2E HR%2C Hiring and Volunteer Documents%2FYoga Instructor Standards
· 200 hr (minimum)
· C-IAYT or E-RYT200 (minimum)
· English Language Proficiency—Spoken and Written
· Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) – In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must demonstrate the following KSAs (minimum):
· Knowledge of virtual platforms to provide virtual instruction
· Skill in adapting yoga practices to meet participant needs (e.g., chair yoga, props)
· Skill in teaching yoga practices to include poses, breathing and mindfulness
· Ability to communicate instructions using verbal and visual cues to guide participants in a group setting
· Ability to maintain a safe yoga environment
· Ability to communicate participants’ needs with appropriate professionals to ensure individual and group safety
· Ability to utilize software to document participation in an electronic record
· Ability to create a schedule of classes
· Prepare class sequences such as grounding, warm up, cool down, physical postures, breathing techniques and meditation or relaxation appropriate for the type of class and the ability of participants to ensure safe movement
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