DG11--Sources Sought - TV Channel Programming Providing Nature Imagery and Instrumental Music for Therapeutic Environment for Patients at Minneapolis VA Health Care System
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 Minneapolis VA Health Care System is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify businesses capable of providing TV channel programming that combines nature imagery with instrumental music to create a therapeutic environment for patients. This is not a solicitation but aims to gather information for developing an acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides. Responses are due by Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central Time.
Purpose
This Sources Sought notice is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for market research purposes only, in accordance with FAR 17.207. The government seeks to identify qualified vendors for a TV channel service at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Information gathered will inform the acquisition strategy, specifically regarding possible set-asides for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), and other socio-economic categories of small businesses.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the installation and access to a TV channel featuring calming programming that combines nature imagery with instrumental music. Services include:
- Channel Licensing (12 Months)
- Annual Content Updates (provided via swappable hard drive)
- Start-up formatting/encoding fees
- Required broadcasting equipment, modulator/encoder, and Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS)
- Professional installation
- Insured shipping and handling
The anticipated period of performance is one year, from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 516210 - Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers
- SBA Size Standard: $47.0 Million
- Product/Service Code: DG11 - IT and Telecom - Network: Telecom Access Services
- Set-Aside: Market research for potential set-asides (SDVOSB, VOSB, other small businesses).
Submission Requirements
Interested parties capable of providing these services must submit a description of their capabilities and answers to the following questions:
- Firm's socio-economic categories (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, Large Business, 8a), SAM Unique Entity ID, and Government Contract POC.
- Whether services can be ordered against existing government contracts (e.g., FSS, GSA).
- If subcontracting is contemplated, the percentage of work and tasks.
- Estimated lead time to deliver a fully functioning solution.
- Market research pricing for the services described in the Preliminary Performance Work Statement.
Key Dates & Contact
- Responses Due: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central Time
- Contact: Alisha Milander, Contracting Officer, Alisha.Milander@va.gov
Important Notes
This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are not offers and cannot be accepted to form a binding contract. The government will not pay for information submitted.