Web-Based Subscription

Added: Aug 11, 2015 7:20 am This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number VA119-15-Q-0250 is issued for this combined synopsis/solicitation; this solicitation is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This solicitation is being conducted under FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) and in conjunction with FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items. This combined synopsis/solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-83 dated 02 July 2015. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 519130 - Internet Publishing and Broadcasting and Web Search Portals. The Small Business size standard is 500 employees. Product and Service code (PSC) 7630 - Newspapers and Periodicals. This procurement is unrestricted.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a firm-fixed price contract. Award will be based on the technical, socio-economic considerations and price.

Veterans Health Administration (VHA) requires access to an online and mobile-based news service that offers its subscribers exclusive news stories, morning newsletters, afternoon briefings, customized breaking news alerts, access to events that are relevant or focused on Veterans and healthcare issues.