Q402--CNH Service Contracts North Little Rock, AR- Multi-Award
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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), specifically the 256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256), is soliciting proposals for an Open and Continuous Multi-Award Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) for Community Nursing Home (CNH) services for eligible Veterans at the Central Arkansas VA Medical Center. This solicitation, titled "Q402--RFP- OPEN AND CONTINUOUS CNH," aims to secure comprehensive nursing home care. Offers are due by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
Scope of Work
Contractors will provide essential nursing home services, including room, meals, and nursing care, tailored to meet the health needs and promote the well-being of VA patients. This encompasses primary medical care, regular provider visits, and access to specialty consultations, laboratory, and x-ray services as required. Facilities must be CMS certified (Medicare and/or Medicaid), hold a State nursing home license, and possess sufficient bed capacity to accept referrals promptly, ideally within 24 hours. VA staff will conduct quality oversight visits, and HIPAA compliance is mandatory.
Contract Details
This is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with an ordering period of up to five years from the date of award. The contract has a minimum value of $300.00 and a maximum ceiling of $7.5 Million. Payment will be processed via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). The acquisition is UNRESTRICTED, with NAICS Code 623110 (Nursing Home, Long Term & Adult Day Care Services) and a size standard of $34 Million.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Evaluation will focus on two primary factors:
- Technical Capability: Assessed based on the VA Nursing Home Inspection Team Evaluation Report, number of beds, location, and a minimum 3-Star Rating.
- Past Performance: Evaluated using Medicare Star Ratings (last 5 years) and Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) data. Price will be considered, with payment based on the lesser of billed charges or the VA Fee Schedule amount.
Key Requirements & Compliance
Bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and utilize E-Verify. A critical component for bidders is the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 1973-0121, Revision No. 59, dated 07/22/2024), which outlines minimum wage rates (e.g., $7.25/hour, potentially higher under EOs 14026 or 13658) and fringe benefits ($5.36/$4.93 per hour), vacation, and holidays. Bidders must factor these labor costs into their proposals. A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) is in place to monitor contractor performance against defined standards, including timely reporting of veteran hospitalizations/deaths/sentinel events and accurate invoicing.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Karen Battie, Contract Specialist, at Karen.Battie@va.gov.