7B21--AcuStaf Software Maintenance, GSA Contract GS35F0408X (VA-26-00000903)

Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted

Solicitation number
36C10B25Q0393
Agency
Responses due
Set-aside
No set-aside

Opportunity facts

Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Technology Acquisition Center is seeking a brand name AcuStaf software license for nurse staff scheduling system and implementation at the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS) locations. The procurement is currently in the Request for Information (RFI) phase, with responses due at 12:00 PM EST on June 27, 2025, submitted directly to Contract Specialist Ana Subashi at ana.subashi@va.gov. The VA seeks qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive nurse staffing management capabilities, including schedule creation, acuity-based staffing, reporting, and workforce planning functionality. The system must include HL7 interface with VistA, demographic tracking, proficiency system management, and robust scheduling rule engines while complying with Section 508 accessibility requirements, IPv6 support, and VA critical security standards. Vendor responses must be limited to six pages and include company information, technical approach, previous VA contract experience, and comments on the draft Product Description, with the government emphasizing that this RFI is for information and planning purposes only.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designation and is open to all responsible sources, though the VA specifically encourages participation from Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). The contract structure includes a 12-month base period with three 12-month option periods, with performance scheduled to begin October 1, 2025. Small businesses must demonstrate that at least 50 percent of the total government payment will go to similarly situated firms, while SDVOSB/VOSB firms must show that at least 50% of costs will be expended for prime employees or other eligible SDVOSB/VOSB team members. The solicitation does not identify any current incumbents or specific budget ranges, focusing instead on market research to identify qualified vendors for the specialized AcuStaf nurse scheduling software system. All costs associated with responding to this RFI are solely at the vendor's expense, and the government reserves the right to determine the ultimate acquisition approach based on responses received.

Notice text

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

AcuStaf Software Maintenance

Request for Information (RFI) 36C10B25Q0393

Introduction

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation nor does it restrict the government as to the ultimate acquisition approach. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract.

The purpose of this RFI is to identify qualified vendors, who are able to meet Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requirements for AcuStaf. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), has a requirement for brand name AcuStaf software license at the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS) locations as a nurse staff scheduling system and implementation. See draft Product Description.

The Government is not responsible for any cost incurred by industry in furnishing this information. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested vendor's expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future Request for Proposal (RFP), if any is issued. Any information submitted by respondents to this RFI is strictly voluntary. All submissions will become Government property and will not be returned. Interested vendors are responsible for adequately marking proprietary, restricted or competition sensitive information contained in their response.

RFI Response Instructions

NOTE: The capability package must be clear, concise, and complete. VA is under no obligation to provide feedback to the company, or to contact the company for clarification of any information submitted in response to this RFI.

Provide the following information:

Provide Company Information:

Company Name

CAGE/DUNS Number under which the company is registered in SAM/VetBiz.gov

Company Address

Point of contact name

Telephone number

Email address

For small business concerns, indicate whether at least 50 percent of the total amount paid by the Government will be paid to firms that are similarly situated.

Brief summary describing your company s technical approach to meeting the requirements, to include:

List any previous or existing contracts you have with the VA where similar work was performed to this requirement. Also, is there an existing contract vehicle you recommend be used for this procurement?

Does the draft Product Description (PD) provide sufficient detail to describe the technical and functional requirements that encompass the requirement? If NO , please provide your technical and functional comments/recommendations/questions on elements of the draft outline that may contribute to a more accurate proposal submission and efficient, cost-effective effort.

If your company is a Small Business, also include the following:

The intent and ability to meet set-aside requirements for performance of this effort.

Information as to proposed team members, the percentage of work each is to perform, and which PD requirements would be subcontracted.

Responses are due at 12:00 PM EST, June 27, 2025. Submit your responses directly to Ana Subashi ana.subashi@va.gov.

Should you have any questions, please reach out to:

Contract Specialist: Ana Subashi. ana.subashi@va.gov

AND

Contracting Officer: Kendra Casebolt. kendra.casebolt@va.gov

All responsible sources may submit a response in accordance with the following:

All proprietary/company confidential material shall be clearly marked on every page that contains such.

Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) must indicate whether at least 50% of the cost incurred would be expended for prime employees or employees of other eligible SDVOSB/VOSB firms. This should also include the prime planned percentage and if under 50%, the names of the potential team members that may be used to fulfill the 50% SDVOSB/VOSB requirement.

Please keep your response to no more than 6 pages.

Files

File Type Posted
DRAFT - Product Description - FY26 Acustaf Software.docx DOCX document
36C10B25Q0393.docx DOCX document

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