Involuntary Commitment Legal Assistance
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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 7 has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Involuntary Commitment Legal Assistance services. The VA intends to make a sole source award to Berkeley County to provide these services at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, SC. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but interested parties may submit documentation to demonstrate their capability and argue for competition. Responses are due by May 22, 2026, 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide legal assistance for involuntary commitments of veterans. This includes helping veterans with mental health paperwork and appointing an attorney as their Guardian ad Litem (GAL) to protect their rights during commitment hearings. Based on historical data, approximately 63 hearings are expected annually.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: One base year with four one-year option periods
- Anticipated Start Date: October 1, 2026
- NAICS Code: 541199 (All Other Legal Services)
- SBA Size Standard: $20.5 Million
- Product Service Code (PSC): R418 (Legal Services)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source Notice)
Authority and Procedures
The proposed non-competitive award is authorized under 10 USC 2304(c)(1) (Only one responsible source). The Government intends to use Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR Part 12.
Responding to the Notice
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties are encouraged to respond by providing clear documentation of their experience, qualifications, and ability to provide the services. Responses should also explain why competition would benefit the Government. Required information includes business name, UEI number, and contact information (name, email, phone). Responses must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer. Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM to be eligible.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, 1:00 PM Eastern Time
- Contact: Lasonja Harvey, Contracting Officer, at Lasonja.harvey@va.gov
Additional Notes
The Government will consider responses to determine if competition is viable, but the decision to compete is at its sole discretion. No costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice will be reimbursed.