J -- Surgi-Server Maintenance and Support

This contract pertains to the maintenance and support services for the Surgi-Server software system, covering a one-year period from October 1, 2005, to September 30, 2006. The services include 24-hour online software support, software upgrades, quarterly newsletters, an international users conference, and support for several key modules such as the Intraoperative module, surgical supply module, surgical module, patient tracking system, and uni-directional gateway interface. The contract is being awarded on a sole source basis to McKesson Information Solutions, located in Chicago, IL, and the solicitation was scheduled to be posted on August 8, 2005, on the electronic procurement platform EPS. The contract falls under the NAICS code 423430 and is managed by the Department of Defense's 81st Contracting Squadron at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. Solicitation documents are not available by mail and must be downloaded electronically from the EPS website. The goal is to ensure continuous, comprehensive support and upgrades to the Surgi-Server applications essential for surgical and patient tracking operations, reinforcing readiness and operational efficiency within the designated office.