Q601--631-26-2-9810-0017 Medical Coding ATTN Sebastian Freeze (VA-26-00033978)
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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 the Network Contracting Office (NCO) 1- New England, is seeking Medical Coding Services for the Northampton VA Medical Center. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) / Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Set-Aside issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price with a base year and four option years. Quotes are due by May 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
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 (EHR) documentation. Key requirements include validating code integrity and quality, adhering to VHA Coding Guidelines, maintaining a minimum 95% coding accuracy rate, and completing coding within five calendar days of assignment. All coding and auditing activities must be performed remotely by U.S. citizens physically located within the United States. The estimated annual volume is 30,000 to 40,000 encounters. Weekly status reports and monthly progress reports are also required.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: One base year (May 28, 2026 - May 27, 2027) and 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 size standard.
- PSC: Q601 (Medical Coding and Auditing)
- Place of Performance: Services will be performed off-site at the Contractor's facilities within the United States, supporting the Northampton VA Medical Center in Leeds, MA.
Submission & Evaluation
This solicitation is issued as an RFQ, and a written solicitation document will not be issued. Quotes must include Price, Technical information (experience, capabilities, quality control plan, subcontracting details), and Past Performance (three references). Evaluation will be comparative, considering Technical/Quality, Past Performance, Veterans Involvement (SDVOSB/VOSB credit), and Price, seeking the most favorable quote for the Government.
- Submission Deadline: May 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
- Questions: Forward in writing via email to Sebastian Freeze (sebastian.freeze@va.gov).
Important Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation. An amendment has extended the solicitation deadline, and a follow-up amendment with responses to vendor questions is anticipated. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. The solicitation incorporates FAR and VAAR provisions and clauses.