Q522--Radiation Oncology Services at Memphis VAMC
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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified sources for Radiation Oncology Physician Services at the Lt. Col Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center (Memphis VAMC) in Memphis, TN. This effort aims to gather information on market capabilities, particularly from small business providers, for an urgent requirement. Responses are due June 12, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This is not a solicitation but a market research effort to determine the appropriate acquisition methodology for future procurement. The VA requires Radiation Oncology Physician services to be provided in a private hospital, office, or clinic environment. Services must adhere to nationally recognized guidelines and technical standards from the American College of Radiology, American Society for Radiation Oncology, and American Association for Physicist in Medicine. Contractors must provide evidence that their practice meets or exceeds these established clinical practice guidelines.
Key Requirements
- Services: Provision of Radiation Oncology Physician services, including specific experience with IMRT, SBRT, SRS, Eclipse treatment planning system, and ARIA record & verify system.
- Qualifications: Physicians must be Board Certified by the American Board of Radiology (ABR), possess an MD/DO, have completed a radiation oncology residency, hold current BLS/ACLS certification, and have a minimum of five years of clinical experience (excluding residency).
- Licensing: Physicians must hold a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth.
- Credentialing: Must be done in accordance with VHA Directive 1100.20 and 1100.21, with services commencing only after approval by the Facility Medical Executive Board and Medical Center Director.
- NAICS Code: 621512 (Outpatient Care Centers) with a size standard of $19 Million.
- Set-Aside: This market research is specifically researching Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providers. Firms claiming SDVOSB/VOSB status must be registered and verified through the SBA. All offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Period of Performance: One (1) year with an option to extend for up to six (6) months. A long-term procurement will be competed subsequently.
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 11:00 AM Central Time.
- Published: May 28, 2026.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should complete the attached questionnaire and submit a capability statement. Responses must be emailed to Carol Franklin (carol.franklin@va.gov) with the subject line "Sources Sought Notice: Radiation Oncology Services". No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included.
Important Notes
This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or pay for information provided. The Government reserves the right to use information for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Responses will not be considered adequate responses to a future solicitation.