NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE - Poison Control Services
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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 5 has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source contract to the University of West Virginia for Poison Control Services in Martinsburg, WV. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Quotation (RFQ).
Scope of Work
The required services include comprehensive poison center services, encompassing assessment and emergency treatment recommendations for accidental exposures to medications, household substances, and various environmental hazards. These services are mandated by the state of West Virginia for all VA Medical Centers within the state.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Product Service Code: Q702 (Technical Medical Support)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due (for feedback): May 28, 2026, 2:00 pm EST
- Published: May 13, 2026
- Place of Performance: Martinsburg, WV
Additional Notes
This notice serves as a public announcement of the VA's intent to proceed with a sole source award under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, citing that only one responsible source can satisfy agency requirements. The VA explicitly states that an RFQ will not be made available for this requirement, and the decision not to compete this action rests solely with the Government. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement may submit feedback or information regarding this sole source determination to the contracting officer.