American Sign Language Services
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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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) HCD WEST is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotation) for American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Services for the U.S. Naval Hospital, Guam. This acquisition seeks on-site ASL interpretation for individuals covered under the American Disability Act. Offers are due by April 20, 2026, at 8:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for non-personal, on-site American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Services. Key aspects include:
- Providing ASL interpretation for individuals falling under the American Disability Act.
- Handling regular service requests.
- Accommodating short-notice requests (within 48 hours).
- Managing short-notice cancellations (less than 36 hours prior to the event). The place of performance is Agana Heights, GU.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- NAICS Code: 541930 (Translation And Interpreting Services), Size Standard: $23M
- Product Service Code: R608 (Translation And Interpreting Services (including Sign Language))
- Set-Aside: None (Not a small business set-aside)
- Period of Performance: Multiple years, with CLINs covering May 2, 2026 – May 1, 2027, and subsequent option years through May 1, 2031.
Submission & Evaluation
This announcement serves as the only solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued.
- Offers/Quotations Due: April 20, 2026, by 8:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) via email.
- Questions Due: April 15, 2026, by 8:00 PM EDT via email.
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Past Performance.
- Past Performance: Will be evaluated based on recent (within 3 years) and relevant services, rated "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable."
- Award: Will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and past performance.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, including those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01. Attachments include a Pricing Sheet, Past and Present Performance Questionnaire, Performance Work Statement, and Register of Wage Determination.