Q522--36C249-26-AP-1085 Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Physician Services
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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) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified sources for Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Physician Services at the Lexington VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Lexington, Kentucky. This is not a solicitation, but aims to determine the appropriate acquisition methodology for a future requirement. Responses are due March 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide a full range of Board Certified/Board Eligible Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Physician Services to Veterans. This includes subspecialties such as Abdominal/GU, Breast Imaging, Cardiovascular, General, Interventional, Musculoskeletal, Neuroradiology, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT. Services must be provided in a private hospital, office, or clinic environment and adhere to American College of Radiology (ACR) standards and guidelines. Coverage is required for daytime, evening, weekend, and federal holidays, with 24/7 off-hours coverage for Stat and Urgent reporting needs.
Key Requirements
- Physician Qualifications: Physicians must be Board Certified/Board Eligible and hold a current unrestricted license in a U.S. state, territory, or DC. Board eligible physicians require supervision. Mandatory certifications include BLS, HIPAA, and OSHA.
- Performance Standards: Adherence to ACR guidelines, TJC standards, and VA policies. Timely reporting is critical: STAT reports within 60 minutes (STAT Stroke within 15 minutes), Urgent within 24 hours, and Routine within 48 hours.
- Documentation: All patient care documentation must be recorded in the VA's Computerized Patient Recordkeeping System (CPRS).
- Quality Assurance: Performance will be monitored based on provider quality, scope of practice, patient access, patient safety, and report timeliness.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 621111 (Offices of Physicians, except Mental Health Specialists) with a $16 Million size standard.
- Period of Performance: Anticipated base period of one year with four (4) one-year option periods, subject to change.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage); however, respondents claiming SDVOSB/VOSB status must be verified through SBA.
- Response Due: March 19, 2026, 11:00 AM Central Time.
- Published: March 19, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must complete the attached questionnaire and submit it along with a capability statement. Submissions should be sent via email to george.cochran@va.gov with the subject line "Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Physician Services".
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only and does not obligate the government to award a contract. Responses will inform the appropriate acquisition methodology. All offerors responding to a future solicitation must have an active registration in SAM. A draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached.