DA10--Columbia CareerScope One Source NOTIFICTION OF ONE SOURCE
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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 Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) at the Columbia VA Regional Benefit Office has issued a Presolicitation Notice for a one-source procurement of Vocational Research Institute CareerScope online assessment services. This managed service will assist VR&E counselors with online assessments for Veterans in Columbia, SC. The procurement is being conducted as a restricted competition with an expected award to Vocational Research Institute on or around April 21, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The VBA requires the Vocational Research Institute CareerScope to provide online assessments for Veterans, supporting VR&E counselors. This is a managed service that includes system access, administration, support, and reporting capabilities. The objective is to ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations while addressing specific career and education options for veterans.
Contract Details
- Type: Presolicitation, restricted competition, open market award.
- NAICS Code: 518210 (Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services).
- Size Standard: $40 Million.
- Expected Award Date: On or around April 21, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, Columbia, SC.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This acquisition is being conducted as a restricted competition in accordance with 41 U.S.C. § 1901 and RFO FAR 12.102(a). Vocational Research Institute has been identified as the sole publisher and provider capable of delivering the CareerScope online assessments. The award will be made to Vocational Research Institute, which is a registered small business.
Submission & Questions
This notice serves as a notification of intent to award on a sole-source basis. Specific submission instructions for proposals are not detailed. Questions regarding this announcement must be directed to the Contracting Officer, Afia Monteaperto, via email at afia.monteaperto@va.gov. Emails should be titled "Columbia CareerScope – Columbia VARO" followed by the company name. The response date for inquiries is April 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.