Intent to Sole Source, Logical Follow-On for the Transition Assistance Program
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 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued an Intent to Sole Source notice for the continuation of Transition Assistance Program services. The VA intends to make an award to Calibre Systems, Inc. as a logical follow-on to an existing order, in the interest of economy and efficiency, while a competitive re-solicitation is being prepared. This is not a request for competitive offers, but responsible sources may submit evidence demonstrating that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the continuation of services supporting the Transition Assistance Program. These services are needed as a temporary measure to ensure continuity while the VA progresses with a competitive re-solicitation for the requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Calibre Systems, Inc.
- Product Service Code: R431 (Support Professional: Human Resources)
- Total Period of Performance: May 18, 2026, to May 17, 2028 (including options)
- Base Period of Performance: May 18, 2026, to November 17, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET
- Published: February 6, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is for notification purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Any responses received from responsible sources will be considered by the agency. Submissions must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition for this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. The decision not to compete this proposed requirement remains at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
This is explicitly stated as NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE OFFERS, and a solicitation will not be issued based on this notice. The intent is to bridge the service gap until a new competitive contract can be awarded.