Q509--MC - 589A7/WI/NEPHEROLOGY SERVICES/BASE + 4OY
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 15, is conducting market research for on-site Physician Nephrologist services at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, KS. This is NOT a solicitation; the VA seeks capability statements to inform future acquisition decisions. Responses are due by April 3rd, 2026, at 17:00 PM (CST).
Purpose
This Sources Sought notice aims to identify qualified staffing companies capable of providing 0.15 FTE on-site Physician Nephrologist services, including on-call and outside regular duty hours/weekends/holidays. The VA is gathering information to assess market capabilities and potential set-aside opportunities, particularly for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB).
Scope of Work
The contractor will furnish key personnel to provide comprehensive Nephrology Physician Services to eligible beneficiaries. Services must meet or exceed national standards and comply with VHA kidney health policies (e.g., VHA Handbook 1042.01, VHA Directive 1053) and clinical practice guidelines (VA/DoD, KDIGO, NKF-KDIGO). The place of performance is the Robert J. Dole VAMC, Wichita, KS. Qualifications include Board Certified/Eligible Nephrologists (recent graduates up to four years).
Key Requirements for Capability Statements
Interested parties should submit a capability statement addressing:
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone, and email.
- Socioeconomic status.
- Interest in submitting an offer if a solicitation is issued.
- Ability to meet the stated requirements.
- Number of Physician Nephrologist contracts awarded in the last 24 months.
- Availability of Nephrologist candidates for placement in Wichita, KS, and fulfillment plan.
- Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) verification status.
Set-Aside & Special Considerations
While no specific set-aside is designated at this market research stage, SDVOSB and VOSB respondents are strongly encouraged to provide proof of VetCert verification. The VA may restrict future competitions to verified SDVOSBs or VOSBs based on market research findings, consistent with Public Law 109-461.
Submission Details
- Response Due: April 3rd, 2026, 17:00 PM (CST)
- Submission Method: Email responses only to Mike Carson at Michael.Carson1@va.gov.
- Registration: All interested companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) (http://www.sam.gov/).
- NAICS Code: 621111 (Small Business Size Standard: $16M).
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not obligate the Government to award a contract. No reimbursement will be made for response costs. Do not provide pricing information at this stage; the example schedule is for awareness only.