DG01-- 691-normal-Ephesoft Transact Software (VA-26-00049019) (VA-26-00064776)

Why This Matters

This is an explicitly SDVOSB set-aside procurement for Ephesoft Transact software (a document capture/intelligent document processing platform) through VA's Technology Acquisition Center NJ — meaning only verified SDVOSBs can win. The Sources Sought notice is live now (posted 2025-06-15), which is the exact window to establish capability and influence the acquisition strategy before an RFP drops. SDVOSBs who respond to Sources Sought notices shape the requirement and get on the CO's radar ahead of award.

Recommended Action

Email Matthew.Newell@va.gov this week with a one-page capability statement confirming your SDVOSB status, VAR/reseller relationship or teaming arrangement with an Ephesoft-authorized partner, and any prior VA or federal software procurement experience — reference solicitation 36C10B26Q0539 in the subject line.

Risk Assessment

Ephesoft Transact is a proprietary software platform, so if your firm lacks an existing reseller or VAR agreement with Ephesoft (now part of Kodak Alaris), you will need to establish that partnership quickly or team with an authorized reseller — this is a hard technical prerequisite. Additionally, VA IT software procurements often require Section 508 compliance documentation and FedRAMP awareness, which can be burdensome for firms without prior VA contract experience.

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Source: SAM.gov Notice 36C10B26Q0539 Confidence: 82% | NAICS: 541519 | Type: Sources Sought

Editor note: Review and approve before publishing. Verify CO contact, set-aside status, and timeline accuracy.