Disability Evaluation System (DES)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential contractors capable of providing specialized support for the Disability Evaluation System (DES) and associated programs. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The anticipated NAICS code is 541611. Responses are due by 1:00 PM EST on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide non-personal services for program management and administrative support for the DES and Special Compensation for Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (SCAADL) programs. Key tasks include:
- Strategic planning and policy development.
- Operational monitoring, evaluation, and documentation of program performance.
- Data analysis and analytical reporting to inform policy decisions.
- Quality assurance of the DES, including policy development and reporting.
- Administrative support for meetings, rosters, and suspense logs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Anticipated NAICS: 541611 (Program Management/Support Services)
- Response Due: June 16, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
- Published: June 2, 2026
Capability Needs
Potential contractors should demonstrate capability in:
- Experience with DoD directives and systems related to medical evaluations and personnel records (e.g., DoDM 1332.18, VTA, DPRIS).
- Records management, including file plan development and record retirement.
- Analyzing Military Department DES and SCAADL program compliance.
- Developing and monitoring DES Quality Assurance Programs.
- Analyzing program performance and recommending process improvements.
- Providing administrative, policy, and operational support.
- Generating reports using DoD-approved data analysis software.
- Maintaining information systems in compliance with DHA and NIST security requirements.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must submit a Capability Statement via email to crystal.d.randolph.civ@health.mil with the subject line "HT001126RFI0244-DES Support". The statement should include:
- Section 1 (max 2 pages): Administrative Information (company name, address, POC, DUNS/CAGE, NAICS, business size, SBA certifications, GSA SINs, contracting vehicles).
- Section 2 (max 3 pages): Detailed capability to meet the stated needs. Respondents must also answer specific questions regarding their ability to perform 50% of personnel costs, likelihood to respond to a future solicitation, usual NAICS, and prime contractor experience as a small business. This notice is for market research only and does not constitute an RFP or a promise to issue one.
Contact Information
- Primary: Crystal Randolph (crystal.d.randolph.civ@health.mil, 703-681-2065)
- Secondary: Nakaura C Yusuf (nakaura.c.yusuf.civ@health.mil, 703-681-5821)