Subscription and Lincensing Agreement for evidence-based access to clinical information

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth intends to award a sole source contract to UpToDate, Inc. for a 12-month web-based clinical information subscription and licensing agreement. This procurement follows the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1 justification for sole source acquisition. The subscription provides evidence-based access to clinical information, supporting the medical center's operational needs. The contract, identified by RFQ number N00183-11-T-0088, specifies delivery as FOB Destination and aligns with the NAICS code 511120, which pertains to software publishers, with a size standard of $25 million. The contract’s period of performance is one year, with the place of performance located in Corpus Christi, Texas. All potential contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration system prior to the award. The procurement includes incorporated FAR and Department of Defense FAR Supplement clauses, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Points of contact for this solicitation are Herbert W. Hankins, Contract Specialist, and Danny W. Davis, Supervisory Contract Specialist, at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Virginia.