R -- Upgrade and Supporting RW CAREWare Software

The Health Resources and Services Administration plans to negotiate a modification to contract 231-02-0001 with Jeff Murray’s Programming Shop, Inc., located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The modification aims to incorporate essential enhancements to the RWCAREWare applications, which are critical software tools. Jeff Murray’s Programming Shop is identified as the sole responsible source qualified to perform this work under the legal authority allowing sole-source contracts, specifically 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii). This announcement serves to inform the public of the government’s intent and is not a solicitation; interested parties must respond within 30 days from the notice publication date. The contract upgrade, referenced under HRSA 2310HAB-005 (03) HA, focuses on supporting and enhancing RWCAREWare software to improve its functionality and service delivery. Details such as the solicitation number and official posting date from March 11, 2003, are noted, although specific performance locations and organizational information are unspecified. The intention is to ensure the continuity and improvement of a software solution critical to health resource management, leveraging the unique expertise of the designated vendor.