Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a web-based electronic subscription to the Nutrition Care Manual that will be made available throughout the VHA healthcare system. The contractor shall provide all sites on the VHA network with access to a single online, web-based subscription to the Nutrition Care Manual subscription. The subscription should include an online diet and professional practice manual, consistent information with the ADA position papers and the Nutrition Care Process, research-and evidence-based nutrition care information, and other features. The contract period is one year from the effective date of award, with four one-year options to be exercised at the Government’s discretion.
* Key features of the Nutrition Care Manual subscription include:
* An online diet and professional practice manual
* Consistent information with the ADA position papers and the Nutrition Care Process
* Research-and evidence-based nutrition care information for diseases, conditions, and topics
* Printer-friendly client education format
* Meal Plans section with food lists and sample menus
* Electronic calculators with evidence-based formulas
* An extensive formulary
* References with links to abstracts and full text articles
* Resources section with information on cultural food practices, malnutrition coding, and special issues related to the patient population
* Information that reflects current practice issues and supports clinical decision making
* Current awareness information for healthcare professionals
* Comprehensive information in a single product available for stand-alone purchase or license