Q201--WatchPAT Direct One Program Services for Home Sleep Apnea Testing studies

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment cancels solicitation number 36C25626Q0273.

• A new solicitation will be issued at a later date.

• The purpose of the new solicitation is to revisit the requirement, reassess the VA's minimum needs, and identify sources available to meet those needs.

• The specific service affected is the "WatchPAT Direct One Program, home sleep apnea testing services."

• The entire solicitation (36C25626Q0273) is cancelled.

• All offers previously submitted in response to solicitation 36C25626Q0273 are no longer valid due to the cancellation.

• Offerors must await the issuance of a new solicitation for this requirement.

Amendment / Modification

• The solicitation's closing date has been extended from January 13, 2026, 10:00 AM CT to January 14, 2026, 10:00 AM CT.

• The NAICS code has been corrected from 621610 to 339112.

• The document clarifies that no further questions will be entertained.

• Section 11: "THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS" - The hour and date for receipt of offers is extended.

• Section 14: "DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION" - Details the changes regarding the closing date and NAICS code.

• The deadline for proposal submission has been extended to January 14, 2026, 10:00 AM CST.

• Proposals must be submitted via email to rene.impey@va.gov.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" for the State of Mississippi, specifically for the Area encompassing Mississippi Counties of Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the Service Contract Act.

• Wage Determination Number: 2015-5147, Revision No. 28, dated 12/03/2025.
• Occupational Listing: Details numerous job titles (e.g., Accounting Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Electrician, Nurse, Technician, various IT roles, etc.) along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: States that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing." Specific benefits are detailed later in the document, including Health & Welfare ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week) and Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706 provisions).
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage rate of $13.30 per hour for 2025, subject to annual adjustment).
• Vacation and Holidays: Outlines paid vacation accrual based on years of service and a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Conformance Process: Describes the procedure for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the wage determination.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a contract in the specified area. It dictates the required wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to employees, directly impacting proposal pricing and overall contract compliance. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums to be compliant.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for bidders to provide Past Performance References as part of their proposal submission. It is designed to capture essential details about previous contracts to help the government evaluate a bidder's experience and capability.

• Contracting Activity Name: The name of the government agency or organization that awarded the contract.
• Location: The geographical location of the contracting activity.
• Contract Number: The unique identifier for the contract.
• Point of Contact: The name of a contact person for the contract.
• Telephone Number: The phone number for the point of contact.
• Dollar Amount: The total value of the contract.
• Brief Description of Services Provided: A summary of the work performed under the contract.

Bidders must complete this form for each relevant past performance reference they wish to submit. Accurate and complete information is crucial for the government's evaluation of the bidder's past performance, which is often a significant factor in contract award decisions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act (SCA) by the U.S. Department of Labor. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations employed on federal service contracts within a specific geographic area (Florida County of Bay, Florida).

• Occupational Listing: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupation codes, and the minimum hourly wage rate for each.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific details on health and welfare benefits are provided at the end of the document.
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) for covered contracts, outlining specific requirements and minimum wage rates for 2025.
• Conformance Process: Details the procedure for contractors to request authorization for additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders as it dictates the minimum labor costs for service contracts in the specified area. Bidders must incorporate these wage and fringe benefit requirements into their proposals to ensure compliance with federal regulations. Failure to adhere to these rates can lead to contract violations. It helps bidders accurately estimate labor costs and assess the financial viability of bidding on opportunities requiring these services.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work in Alabama County, Mobile, Alabama.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Details required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage).
• Outlines the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (Conformance Process).

This document is crucial for bidders responding to solicitations that fall under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements for all covered employees. It also provides guidance on how to handle occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services for home sleep apnea testing using the WatchPAT Direct One program. The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System (GCVHCS), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16, Biloxi, MS, is issuing this Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• Provide home sleep apnea testing services exclusively using the WatchPAT Direct One program.

• The WatchPAT Direct One program must be compatible with the current VA system.

• Services are to be performed at the GCVHCS campus in Biloxi, MS, including the Mobile, AL, Community Outpatient Clinic (MOPC), the Panama City West Clinic, FL, and the Joint Ambulatory Care Center, Pensacola, FL.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: On or about January 19, 2026, through December 31, 2026.

• Proposals are requested as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• Response Date/Time/Zone: January 13, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time, Chicago, USA.

• Questions must be submitted in writing to rene.impey@va.gov by January 8, 2026, 10:00 AM CT. No telephone inquiries will be accepted.

• NAICS Code: 621610 (Home Health Care Services).

• Size Standard: $19.0M.

• This requirement is open and unrestricted.

• Vendors must be actively registered in the SAM database (https://www.sam.gov/content/home).

• Vendors must complete representations and certifications found in provision 52.212-3.

• This solicitation is issued in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 and FAR Part 13 procedures.

• Several attachments are provided, including past performance references and questionnaires, and wage determinations for specific counties.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-4561, Revision No. 31) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work on federal contracts in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties, Florida.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), detailing their applicability and requirements.
• Outlines provisions for vacation, holidays, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances.
• Describes the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a federal contract in the specified geographic area. It directly impacts proposal pricing by defining the required wage and benefit rates for various job classifications. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums to comply with the Service Contract Act.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "WatchPAT Direct One Program Services" for Home Sleep Apnea Testing (HSAT) to be provided to the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System (GCVHCS) in Biloxi, MS, and its outpatient clinics in Mobile, AL, Panama City, FL, and Pensacola, FL. The goal is to expand the HSAT program, increase patient access, decrease backlog, and reduce community care costs.

• Provide WatchPAT Direct One Program services for HSAT.

• Services must be compatible with existing WatchPAT devices, CloudPAT software, and zzzPAT software.

• Must use both WatchPAT 300 and WatchPAT One devices.

• Devices and reports must be capable of measuring central sleep apnea, differentiating between obstructive and central sleep apnea, and measuring sleep time, REM/non-REM scoring, heart rate, oximetry, actigraphy, body position, snoring, and chest motion.

• Must have a failure rate of less than 3%.

• No upfront costs are required.

• The program must receive orders, schedule studies, prepare and ship devices, contact patients, provide return shipping labels, upload results, and provide 24/7 technical support.

• Retesting at no cost is required if insufficient or no data is obtained.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance (Base): January 19, 2026, to December 31, 2026.

• NAICS Code: 621610 (Home Health Care Services).

• Size Standard: $19 Million.

• Questions due: January 8, 2026, 10:00 AM CT via email to rene.impey@va.gov.

• Quotes due: January 13, 2026, 10:00 AM CT via email to rene.impey@va.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are of equal importance.

• Quotes will undergo a comparative analysis to determine best value.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• However, the solicitation includes provisions related to HUBZone Small Business Concerns (52.219-4) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) evaluation factors (852.215-70).

• Attachments A, B, C, D, E, and F are provided. Attachment A (Past Perf Ref) must be completed and returned. Attachment B (Past Performance Questionnaire) should be sent to references.

• Offerors must submit a signed SF1449 and other requested documentation.

• Various FAR and VAAR clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to security, data breach, electronic payments, and prohibitions on certain technologies and foreign entities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment B, a Past Performance Questionnaire, designed for official use to gather information on a contractor's performance. It is used to determine the relevancy and recency of past performance.

• Contractor Information: Requires the name, address, and point of contact for the company being evaluated.
• Contract Information: Seeks details such as contract number, type, award date, period of performance, total dollar amount, and a description of services performed.
• Performance Ratings: Includes sections for Quality of Service, Timeliness of Performance, Business Relations, and Management of Key Personnel. Each section contains specific questions to be rated on a scale (Outstanding, Excellent, Satisfactory, Neutral, Marginal, Unsatisfactory).
• Remarks: Provides space for written comments on the contractor's overall performance.
• Respondent Information: Requires the printed name, title, signature, and phone number of the individual completing the questionnaire.

This questionnaire is crucial for bidders as it will be used by the government to evaluate their past performance. Completing this accurately and thoroughly is essential for a proposal to be considered responsive. The deadline for return is January 13, 2026, 10:00 AM CT, via email to rene.impey@va.gov.