Q601--631-26-2-9810-0017 Medical Coding ATTN Sebastian Freeze (VA-26-00033978)

SOL #: 36C24126Q0465Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)
TOGUS, ME, 04330, United States

Place of Performance

Leeds

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

Medical Coding And Auditing (Q601)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 30, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 15, 2026, 1:00 PM

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 Network Contracting Office (NCO) 1- New England, is seeking Medical Coding Services for the Northampton VA Medical Center in Leeds, MA. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for a Firm-Fixed Price contract with a base year and four option years. The opportunity is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). Quotes are due May 15, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide comprehensive medical coding services, including assigning appropriate ICD, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes for outpatient services based on electronic health record documentation. Key requirements include:

  • Maintaining a minimum of 95% coding accuracy rate.
  • Completing coding within five (5) calendar days of assignment.
  • Adhering to VHA Coding Guidelines, Official Coding Guidelines, and other specified VA directives.
  • Performing all coding and auditing activities remotely from the contractor's facilities within the United States.
  • Contractor personnel must be U.S. citizens and physically located within the United States.
  • Providing weekly status reports and monthly progress reports.
  • The estimated volume is 30,000 to 40,000 encounters annually.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
  • Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
  • Period of Performance: Base year (05/28/2026 - 05/27/2027) plus four option years, extending through May 27, 2031.
  • Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) / Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
  • NAICS Code: 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) with a $34.0 million small business size standard.
  • PSC: Q601 (Medical Coding and Auditing)
  • Place of Performance: Services performed off-site at Contractor's facilities within the United States, supporting Northampton VA Medical Center, Leeds, MA.
  • Quotes Due: May 15, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time.
  • Questions Due: May 8, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
  • Published Date: April 30, 2026.

Submission & Evaluation

Quotes must include Price, Technical information (experience, capabilities, quality control plan, subcontracting details), and Past Performance (three references). Evaluation factors include Technical/Quality, Past Performance, Veterans Involvement (SDVOSB/VOSB credit), and Price. The award will be based on a comparative evaluation seeking the most favorable quote to the Government. SAM.gov registration is required.

Required Documents

Bidders must complete and submit a "Past Performance Information Sheet" to document relevant past performance, which is a critical component of the evaluation.

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Points of Contact

Sebastian FreezeContract SpecialistPRIMARY

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