Q511--VISN 10 IN & MI Optical Dispensing Service
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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 10 (NCO10), is soliciting proposals for Optical Dispensing Services for multiple VISN 10 Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs) located in Ann Arbor, MI, Detroit, MI, Ft. Wayne, IN, Marion, IN, Indianapolis, IN, and Saginaw, MI. This acquisition is for multiple firm-fixed price Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Proposals are due April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will provide all labor, management, health care professionals, equipment, supplies, and transportation necessary to furnish optical dispensing services to veteran beneficiaries. This includes fitting, ordering, adjusting, dispensing, minor repairs, and education for eyeglasses. Key requirements also involve complying with VA security, privacy (HIPAA), and information system requirements, and maintaining Quality Control and Performance Monitoring Plans.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: Multiple ordering periods, with the first period from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. The contract may extend up to five (5) one-year ordering periods.
- Estimated Value: Approximately $9 Million (initial period or total potential). Maximum Contract Value: $10,100,000.00 for Indiana and $6,700,000.00 for Michigan.
- Minimum Guarantee: $1,000.00 in the initial fiscal year.
- NAICS Code: 621320 (Offices of Optometrists)
- Size Standard: $9.0 Million
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This acquisition is Unrestricted. An evaluation factor for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB/VOSB) is included.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: April 10, 2026, 13:00 EDT.
- Submission Instructions: Proposals must be submitted electronically and in hard copy as detailed in Section E of the solicitation.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability (Performance Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Security Plan, Equipment Plan), Past Performance, Price, and Veterans Involvement. Technical Capability and Past Performance are more important than Price and Veterans Involvement when combined.
- Past Performance: A Past Performance Questionnaire (Solicitation No. 36C25026R0012) is used to gather feedback on contractor performance.
Key Dates & Contact
- Questions Due: March 23, 2026. All questions will be answered via amendment.
- Contracting Officer: Kristina L. Peart (kristina.peart@va.gov, 734-845-3444).
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.