Amendment 0001 - 36C25226Q0267_0001 - Optical Dispensing Services at the Hines VA Medical Center and CBOC

Quick Summary

Amendment 0001 has been issued for Solicitation #36C25226Q0267, which seeks Optical Dispensing Services for the Hines VA Medical Center and CBOC. This amendment provides answers to vendor questions and clarifies aspects of the solicitation. The opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

Scope of Change

This amendment primarily adds a Vendor Questions & Answers section to the original solicitation. The period for submitting questions is now closed.

Key Clarifications from Vendor Questions & Answers

• Incumbent Contractor: Information regarding the incumbent can be found on FPDS (https://www.fpds.gov) by searching for contract number 36C25221D0007.
• Staffing Requirements: Optical dispensing services are required at both the Hines VA Medical Center and the Joliet CBOC on each weekday.
• Equipment and Furniture: Existing optical rooms at both Hines and Joliet facilities are equipped with cabinets and furniture fixtures. Bidders are responsible for providing the necessary dispensing equipment and frame boards as specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Contract & Timeline

• Original Solicitation: 36C25226Q0267
• Amendment Number: 0001
• Contract Type: Solicitation (for Optical Dispensing Services)
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
• Place of Performance: Hines, IL (and Joliet CBOC)
• Amendment Published: March 16, 2026
• Response Date: The original due date for the solicitation is not extended. Bidders must refer to the original solicitation for the quote due date (March 23, 2026) and submission requirements.

Contact Information

For questions, contact William McQuade at William.McQuade@va.gov.