G004--8 Low Barrier CERS Shelter Beds

Quick Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Maine Healthcare System is soliciting quotes for 8 Low Barrier Contract Emergency Residential Services (CERS) Shelter Beds for homeless Veterans in Augusta, Maine. This Full and Open Competition opportunity aims to provide temporary housing and comprehensive supportive services, emphasizing a Housing First approach for Veterans struggling with mental health, medical health, substance abuse, and housing needs.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide up to 8 low-barrier shelter beds with a length of stay up to 60 days per Veteran. Services include:

• Basic Services: 24/7 room and board (3 meals/day, snacks, personal linens, secure storage), and laundry facilities.
• Therapeutic & Rehabilitative Services: Individual Care Plans (ICPs), structured group activities, case management, permanent housing search assistance, financial planning, and employment services.
• VA Coordination: Collaboration with VA staff for admissions, discharges, and psychosocial services.
• Special Populations: Support for Veterans with justice involvement, sex offender status, and active substance use disorders, adhering to a harm reduction philosophy.
• Operational Requirements: Maintain a minimum 85% occupancy rate and conduct community outreach.

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
• Period of Performance: A base year (March 27, 2026 - March 26, 2027) with four one-year option periods.
• NAICS Code: 624221 (Temporary Shelters) with a $13.5M small business size standard.
• Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition.

Submission & Evaluation

• Quotes Due: March 13, 2026, by 13:00 EST.
• Questions Due: March 11, 2026, by 13:00 EST.
• Submission Method: Email to Justin Duff at justin.duff@va.gov.
• Evaluation Factors: Price, Past Performance, and Technical Acceptability.
• Requirements: Offerors must be registered in SAM and include a statement regarding acceptance of terms and conditions or list exceptions.