6515--VISN 8 EYEGLASS BRIDGE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), has awarded a Fixed-Price IDIQ Bridge Contract for VISN 8 Eyeglass Bridge services to PDS CONSULTANTS, INC. This Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) sole source award, valued at $4,994,652.70, ensures continuous provision of prescription eyeglasses and optician services to Veteran beneficiaries in VISN 8. The award date was April 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This bridge contract covers the provision of prescription eyeglass manufacturing and optician services for Veteran beneficiaries within VISN 8. The primary objective is to prevent disruption of these critical services following the expiration of the previous contract, while the VA develops and awards a long-term national consolidated solution.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Fixed-Price IDIQ Bridge Contract (Sole Source)
- Awardee: PDS CONSULTANTS, INC.
- Value: $4,994,652.70
- Period of Performance: 4 months, estimated from May 1, 2026, through August 31, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Award Date: April 29, 2026
- Published Date: May 4, 2026
Evaluation & Justification
This was a sole source award to PDS CONSULTANTS, INC., justified under 38 USC § 8127(c) due to their status as an SBA-verified SDVOSB and the critical need for uninterrupted service continuity. As the incumbent contractor, PDS CONSULTANTS, INC. can immediately begin performance without a transition period, which is essential for maintaining services during the bridge period.
Additional Notes
This bridge contract is a temporary measure. The VA is conducting further market research for a national consolidated acquisition and intends to award competitive IDIQ contracts to multiple SDVOSB vendors for the long-term solution.