Open and Continuous Community Nursing Home RFQ 01.01.2026-12.31.2026
Overview
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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 Contract Office 17, is seeking Community Nursing Home (CNH) services for VA beneficiaries in Texas. This is an Open and Continuous Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Request for Quote (RFQ) with a base year and four option years. The solicitation is UNRESTRICTED, and offers will be considered on an ongoing basis, with the first award consideration on January 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will provide comprehensive nursing home care, including room, meals, nursing, primary medical care, provider visits, laboratory, and x-ray services. Facilities must be CMS certified (Medicare and/or Medicaid), hold a State nursing home license, and have adequate bed capacity to accept VA referrals, ideally within 24 hours. Adherence to the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) and VA CNH Fee Schedule is required, along with HIPAA compliance. Facilities must meet quality expectations, including a minimum Medicare Star rating of 3 (exceptions for a rating of 2 may be considered).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: Base period from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, plus four one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED
- NAICS Code: 623110 (Nursing Care Facilities), Size Standard: $34 Million
- Estimated Value: Minimum guarantee of $20,000.00.
- Payment: Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) via the Tungsten Network, with monthly invoicing in arrears.
- Place of Performance: Temple, TX 76504, and surrounding areas in Texas.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers are due by December 31, 2026, at 15:00 CST. Evaluation will prioritize Technical Capability, Past Performance, Inspection, and Price (based on the PDPM rate), in descending order of importance. The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote provides the best benefit to the Government. Offerors are encouraged to ensure SAM.gov registration.
Key Requirements & Compliance
Bidders must account for the Service Contract Act (SCA) wage determination for Texas (No. 1973-0121), which specifies minimum wage rates (e.g., Nursing Aide/Orderly at $7.25/hour, subject to higher Executive Order minimums like $17.75/hour) and fringe benefits (Health & Welfare, Paid Sick Leave, Vacation, Holidays). A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) outlines government evaluation methods, with performance standards including 100% compliance for licenses and reportable events, and 95% for timely VA notifications and invoicing.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Michelle Cunningham at michelle.cunningham@va.gov or 254-408-1652, or Francisco Mendoza at francisco.mendoza@va.gov or 972-708-0801.