7C21-- Vocera Communications System

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 4 is seeking market research for a Vocera Communications System for the Erie VA Medical Center. The procurement involves a comprehensive system deployment including Vocera Voice and Messaging technology on V5000 Smartbadges and C1000 Minibadges across 14 hospital departments. Key contract requirements include 150 enterprise licenses, 60 minibadges, associated charging equipment, batteries, and Premier Plus Support Services with a full-time on-site System Administrator. The procurement is structured with one base year from March 15, 2025 to March 14, 2026, and four potential option years extending through March 14, 2030. Interested vendors must submit responses by March 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET, including comprehensive company information, capabilities, available contract vehicles, and verified socioeconomic status documentation.

The procurement is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 541519, with a size standard of $34 million. Respondents must be registered in SAM.gov and verified in VetCert if claiming SDVOSB/VOSB status. While the government has not disclosed a specific award value, the procurement includes significant hardware and software components such as enterprise licenses, hardware badges, support services, and system integration. The scope of work encompasses a comprehensive communication system deployment with potential multi-year support, indicating a substantial investment in modernizing medical communication infrastructure. Vendors should note that this is a market research initiative, and no formal quotes are being requested at this time, but comprehensive responses demonstrating technical capability and socioeconomic qualifications are essential.