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D -- PAIRS SOL 101-17-96 POC Judith Sterne The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research for its Procurement of Automated Information Resource Solutions (PAIRS) acquisition (SIC 7379-Computer Related Services, N.E.C.) and is seeking input from firms experienced with these types of acquisitions. The PAIRS solicitation seeks to acquire the full range of integration and support type solutions to improve the efficiency of service to its customer. Specifically, the contract seeks to acquire site surveys, integration solutions, site analysis, pilot projects. software development, design and implementation solutions, wiring/cabling, networking solutions and installation, support services (maintenance, help desk), engineering, training solutions, program management, and market research. VA will conduct a working session on June 18, 1996, in Washington, DC, to seek input on acquisition strategies and approaches. VA is seeking participation from firms with experience in managing contracts of similar size, scope and complexity. VA also seeks input from small and small disadvantaged businesses. Parties interested in participating in this market research should contact Judith Sterne via FAX at (202) 273-7448. While input is welcome from all firms, space is limited and VA reserves the right to restrict attendance. All requests received by June 12, 1996, will be considered for participation. VA will notify firms that have been selected via fax by June 14, 1996. Attendance will be limited to two participants from each invited firm. Discussion topics will include but not limited to: 1. Evaluation criteria 2. Pricing strategies and approaches 3. Socio-economic goals and subcontracting plans 4. Best practices 5. Use of oral presentations Any information provided to the attendees will be provided to all interested parties via the VA BBS. The information acquired from this research maybe used to assist VA in the further development of the PAIRS RFP. (0157)

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