Veteran Decedent Memorial Data/Information Analysis & Visualization

The Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center is issuing a Sources Sought Notice under solicitation 36C10B26Q0317 to conduct market research for Veteran Decedent Memorial Data/Information Analysis and Visualization. This effort is specifically reserved for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract holders who can apply SBIR-derived approaches to a new mission area supporting the National Cemetery Administration. The scope of work involves conducting stakeholder interviews, developing electronic information requests, and creating internal and external crowd-sourcing platforms for data collection, analysis, and visualization. Key deliverables include a Project Management Plan, a Plan of Action and Milestones, and specific SBIR-based information capture tools. The proposed period of performance is 12 months from the date of award, with work predominantly performed at contractor facilities. Technical requirements mandate strict adherence to VA security standards, including Zero Trust critical security controls, PIV card integration, and NIST authentication services. Contractors must comply with various federal and VA handbooks regarding identity and access management and report any system vulnerabilities within one hour of discovery. Interested respondents under NAICS 541715 must submit a capabilities statement not exceeding three pages to the designated contract specialist by April 7, 2026. This notice is for planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to award.