Q522--Intent to Sole Source - Teleradiology Services for Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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), specifically the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS) and Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS), has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for an emergency sole-source contract for Teleradiology Interpretation Services. This action addresses an "Unusual and Compelling Urgency" due to significant radiologist staffing shortages, ensuring critical healthcare services for Veterans. The contract was awarded to VetMed Group LLC, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). This justification was posted on March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The awarded contract provides essential teleradiology interpretation services, including STAT, emergent, and routine diagnostic imaging coverage. Services encompass after-hours, weekend, and federal holiday support, as well as overflow assistance. This requirement bridges the gap until a long-term, VISN-wide competitive contract for teleradiology services can be developed and procured.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: February 20, 2026, through August 19, 2026, with an option to extend up to six (6) months.
- Estimated Value: $1,306,903.30 (Base Period and Option Period combined)
- Awarded Contractor: VetMed Group LLC
- Place of Performance: Prescott, AZ
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This was an emergency sole-source award to VetMed Group LLC, which is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Market research indicated that no other vendors could provide immediate, fully credentialed coverage without substantial delays due to the time required for credentialing, privileging, and IT system onboarding.
Additional Notes
The government is actively pursuing a VISN-wide competitive acquisition strategy for long-term teleradiology services to promote future competition and address the identified barriers to entry for new vendors.