LA Gastroenterology Physician - Base plus 4 option periods
Overview
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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), specifically the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, LA, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified contractors for Gastroenterology Physician Services. The requirement is for one (1) Physician and one (1) Nurse Practitioner to work concurrently. This opportunity is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 06, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall furnish all key personnel to provide onsite Gastroenterology Physician Services to eligible beneficiaries. Services must cover the full range of gastroenterology care, meeting or exceeding national standards established by the American College of Physicians-Internal Medicine and the American College of Gastroenterology. The requirement specifically calls for one (1) Physician and one (1) Nurse Practitioner to work concurrently.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (for market research only)
- Period of Performance: Base year plus four (4) one-year option periods (total 5 years).
- Tentative First Day of Service: July 01, 2026.
- NAICS Code: 561320 (Temporary Help Services), with a size standard of $34 million.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- Response Due: April 06, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.
- Published Date: April 03, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research; it is not a request for quote, and no contractual arrangement will be made as a result. No payment for direct or indirect costs will be provided for responses. Responses are limited to 7 pages and must be submitted via email to Sheliah.Saunders@va.gov. Interested parties should include their company name, SAM UEI, address, point of contact, title, phone, email, a brief description of company background and capability (including resumes, accreditations, equipment), past/current performance, business size, socioeconomic status (including VetCert if applicable), and interest in responding to a future solicitation.
Additional Notes
Service Contract Labor Standards will apply. The Government reserves the right to reject any input and will not return submitted information. This notice does not obligate the Government to acquire any services or issue a solicitation.