J065--INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE FOR LAP Tablet Repair (VA-26-00047120) WASHINGTON DC VAMC | APRIL 1, 2026 TO MARCH 31, 2027 Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contract Office 5 (36C245), has issued an Intent to Sole Source for LAP Tablet Repair services at the Washington DC VAMC. The anticipated period of performance is from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. This notice serves as market research to identify potentially qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), 8(a), HUBZone, and other small businesses capable of performing the work, despite the government's intent to award a sole source contract. Responses are due by March 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for LAP Tablet Repair services. Specific details regarding the nature and volume of repairs are not provided in this notice.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Justification: Single source award under FAR 13.106-1.
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance), with a size standard of $34M.
- Set-Aside: None (Intent to Sole Source, but market research is being conducted for small businesses).
- Response Due: March 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
- Published Date: March 12, 2026.
Response Requirements
This is for market research and is not a solicitation. Vendors who disagree with the sole source determination must provide documentation of their technical expertise in sufficient detail to demonstrate capability. Responses must include:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact (Name, Phone, Email).
- DUNS Number, CAGE Code, Tax ID Number.
- Business size (under NAICS 811210) and socio-economic status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDB).
- Confirmation of whether the company will perform all work or subcontract. For SDVOSB/VOSB, a demonstration of not subcontracting more than 51% of the work is required (per VAAR 852.219-75, VAAR 819.7011(b)).
- A capability statement addressing organizational qualifications and ability to perform the described work.
- Information on FSS/GSA/VA NAC or other federal GWAC contracts, and if the requested services are available on them.
- General pricing is encouraged for market research purposes only.
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: Amy Walter
- Email: AMY.WALTER1@VA.GOV
Additional Notes
This announcement is for information and planning purposes only and does not obligate the government to award a contract. Responding to this notice will not result in a direct response from the government. Any objections to this sole source must be communicated directly to the Contracting Officer.