G004--INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE New Transitional Housing Contract
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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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 6, initially issued an Intent to Sole Source for Transitional Housing Services for beneficiaries of the Durham VA Medical Center. However, a subsequent Sources Sought Notice is now active, conducting market research to identify qualified businesses capable of providing these services. The facility must be located within the Durham community or a 50-mile radius of the Durham VAMC. Responses to the Sources Sought are due by May 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Purpose & Background
The Durham VA Medical Center provides homeless support services, requiring transitional housing to aid Veterans in procuring permanent housing. The initial intent was to negotiate a sole source contract with Support Marketing, Inc. USA Veteran's Help, justified under FAR 12.102(A). This current Sources Sought notice aims to determine the availability of other qualified businesses.
Key Requirements / Deliverables
The contractor shall furnish comprehensive transitional housing services, including:
- Temporary Emergency Residential Shelter (beds, restroom, bath, kitchen facilities, related furnishings).
- Adequate security measures (locks, fencing) compliant with VA standards and state/local safety/health codes.
- Preparation of a minimum of three balanced meals daily and snacks.
- Provision of personal hygiene items and first aid supplies.
- Locked storage for personal belongings. The facility must be located within the Durham community or within a 50-mile radius of the Durham VA Medical Center, and/or a 25-mile radius of the Raleigh and Clayton VA Community Based Outpatient Centers (CBOCs).
Submission Requirements (Sources Sought)
Interested businesses must provide:
- A copy of their capabilities statement.
- Company name and address.
- Business size (large or small) and socioeconomic categories (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB/VOSB).
- A brief description of qualifications and any other pertinent information demonstrating ability to meet requirements.
- Documentation of site control. This is not a request for competitive quotes, and no solicitation documents are currently available.
Contract Details
- NAICS Code: 623220 (Social Rehabilitation Services)
- Estimated Value: $19 million (from initial sole source intent)
- Set-Aside: None specified for market research; initial intent was sole source.
Response & Contact
Written responses to the Sources Sought must be submitted via email to Byron Brown (Byron.Brown4@va.gov) with the subject line "Transitional Housing Services" no later than May 15, 2026, by 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Telephone requests will not be accepted.