Q522--Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Physician Services
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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 Network Contracting Office 9, is seeking Hematology/Oncology On-Site Physician Services to support the Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville, KY. This is a Solicitation for a Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity contract. Quotes are due by March 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of on-site Hematology/Oncology Physician Services for VA beneficiaries. Key requirements include:
- Providing comprehensive Hematology/Oncology physician services.
- Adherence to a detailed Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlining specific requirements, standards, and physician qualifications.
- Physicians must be Board Certified/Board Eligible and hold current, unrestricted licenses.
- Compliance with VA Directives, HIPAA, and other relevant regulations.
- The contractor must provide key personnel, including a Lead Radiologist as the Contractor Representative.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity.
- Period of Performance: A base period of six months, with a potential for extension up to six months at the Government's discretion (FAR 52.217-8).
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated for the contract, but Section B mentions "$16 Million" in relation to the issuing office.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, with a set-aside percentage for Small Business indicated. NAICS Code: 621111 (Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)).
- Quotes Due: March 18, 2026, 11:00 AM Central Time.
- Published Date: March 27, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to ramonna.bonness@va.gov and samantha.shackelford@va.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability and Past Performance (combined are significantly more important than price), followed by Price.
- Key Submission Requirements: Signed SF1449, Contractor Administration Data, Schedule of Services, technical and price quotes, CVs for key personnel, and past performance references.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and VAAR clauses by reference. Important attachments include a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), Conflict of Interest forms, and Past Performance Survey templates. The primary contact is Carol Franklin, Supervisor - Healthcare Team, at carol.franklin@va.gov.