DG01--Connectivity & Collaboration Services (CCS): Network Engineering, Design, Implementation and Infrastructure Support (NEDIIS) - Recompete (VA-26-00019737)
Overview
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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) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought for the Network Engineering, Design, Implementation and Infrastructure Support (NEDIIS) Recompete. This market research aims to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBCs) capable of providing comprehensive network services. Responses to this RFI are due December 1, 2025, by 13:00 Eastern Time. The subsequent solicitation is anticipated for May 2026 and will be released under Fair Opportunity on GSA Alliant 3.
Purpose & Scope
This RFI seeks industry capabilities for network engineering, design, implementation, and infrastructure support services. The government is gathering information to understand the market for these critical services. Vendors are specifically asked to demonstrate experience in:
- Staffing federal contracts with 150+ FTEs across network engineering, cybersecurity, software engineering, and systems administration, distributed across at least three geographic locations.
- Auditing and providing telecom expense support.
- Serving as a proxy between the government and telecom providers (e.g., AT&T, Verizon).
- Expertise with non-traditional telecom cost-saving models. Feedback on the sufficiency of the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for software development and production operations support is also requested.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC)
- NAICS Code: 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), Size Standard: $34 million
- Anticipated Contract Type: Likely Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for the eventual contract, with travel on a Cost Reimbursement basis.
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods, plus three optional tasks, not to exceed 60 months total.
- Future Solicitation Vehicle: GSA Alliant 3 (anticipated May 2026)
- RFI Response Due: December 1, 2025, 13:00 Eastern Time
- Published Date: April 16, 2026 (latest update)
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must provide:
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone, fax, email, DUNS Number, NAICS codes, and socioeconomic data.
- Proof of SBA VetCert verification for VOSB/SDVOSBs.
- Existing contractual vehicles (GWAC, FSS, MAC).
- A summary of capabilities to meet the draft PWS, including specific examples of experience as detailed above.
- Company intent and ability to meet the SDVOSB set-aside requirement, including information on available personnel, financial resources, proposed team members, and subcontracting plans. Responses are limited to 25 pages and should not include generic marketing materials. Submissions must be emailed to Diana Sesta (diana.sesta@va.gov) and Susan Banasiak (Susan.Banasiak@va.gov) with "Network Engineering, Design, Implementation and Infrastructure Support (NEDIIS)" in the subject line. Email size is limited to 5 MB. Responses containing business-sensitive information should be marked "Proprietary Information."
Important Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to acquire products or services. No payment will be made for information submitted. The attached PWS details the full scope of work.