DA10--Veterans Critical Communication Software, Inserter, and Postal Permit
Overview
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Place of Performance
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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), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Network Contracting Office 19 (NCO 19) is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify potential sources for Veterans Critical Communication Software, Inserter, and Postal Permit (brand name or equal) for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center in Aurora, CO. This notice aims to determine industry interest, capability, and socioeconomic size classifications. Responses are due by January 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM MT.
Scope of Work
The VA is seeking solutions that include:
- Print and VCCM Workflow Software: Must be VA TRM certified, 508 compliant (with VPAT), support in-scope color production printers, integrate with system inserters, provide USPS CASS certified address cleaning and PAVE certified sort, produce production control barcodes, support VMWare/Windows 64-Bit servers, accept various input files (PDF, PCL5, TNO, PS, XML), include NCOA database updates, generate USPS artifacts, print in PAVE-sorted order for postage savings, allow real-time changes, support integrity barcodes (OMR, BCR, 2D), and deliver problem address lists. Includes 5 years of service/support and a 1-year support contract.
- Quadient DS 700 IQ Inserter (or equivalent): Requires a DS 700 IQ with 4 Station Expert (2 Auto Fdrs + 1 HCDF, CSIS or equivalent), AIMS500 Office Close Loop Mail Piece Verification, a 15 AMP Power Conditioning Line Filter, and a 3 Station Tower.
- Postal Permit: A permit allowing postage at 38.8 cents per letter.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Response Due: January 23, 2026, 10:00 AM Mountain Time
- Published: January 15, 2026
- Anticipated NAICS: 541519 – Other Computer Related Services
Evaluation
This is strictly for market research. Responses will be used to determine interest, capability, and socioeconomic size classification of potential suppliers. This is not a solicitation, and no award will be made based on responses to this notice.
Additional Notes
Interested companies must provide their Company Name, Address, Point of Contact (Name, Email, Phone), SAM.gov UEI, GSA/FSS Schedule or VA Contract status, and indicate eligibility for small business programs (SB, HUBZone, 8(a), SDB, WO, SDVOSB, VOSB, Large Business, Other). Respondents must also answer specific questions regarding employee count (<=150 for NAICS 541519), primary business, ownership of items, and supplying end items from small business manufacturers. Companies are encouraged to include relevant information such as capability statements, specifications, and past experience. Do not include proprietary or sensitive information.