B537--Request for Proposals (RFP) for AIPTA (VA-21-00092373)

The Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center seeks proposals to develop an artificial intelligence-based mobile application to assist physical therapists in creating personalized treatment plans for veterans. Offerors must propose a solution that utilizes human-centered design and adapts to input from various wearable devices to predict and prevent repetitive stress injuries. Proposals are due no later than April 8, 2022 at 1:00 PM Eastern time and shall be submitted electronically in accordance with the instructions provided. Evaluation will consider the offeror's approach to discovery activities, product development, pilot implementation phases at VA facilities in Cincinnati and Tampa, and staffing requirements.

There is no set-aside designated for this procurement. The NAICS code is 511210 for software publishers and the predominate PSC code is B537. The solicitation seeks to implement a 12-month pilot program involving physical therapy residents and veterans. The selected contractor must provide sensored footbeds, compatible tablets with cellular connectivity to support the pilot's participants, and project management and assessment reports over the period of performance. Questions regarding Solicitation 36C10B22R0004 should be directed to the points of contact listed.