R602--Dayton Small Package Delivery (UPS) | Follow on Base | Start: 4/1/26
Overview
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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 Network Contracting Office 10, has awarded a sole-source, firm-fixed-price task order to United Parcel Service Co. (UPS) for small package pickup and delivery services at the Dayton VA Medical Center. This follow-on contract, valued at up to $340,000.00 for one year, is anticipated to start on April 1, 2026. The award is justified under an Exception to Fair Opportunity, citing UPS as the only capable provider for the mandatory "Next Generation Delivery Service" (NGDS) solution.
Scope of Work
UPS will provide comprehensive package pickup and delivery services for the Dayton VA Medical Center. This includes logistic support, delivery to patients and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs), daily pickup and drop-off services, and expedited support for time-sensitive items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source, Firm-Fixed-Price Task Order
- Parent Contract: DoD TRANSCOM IDIQ GWAC contract HTC711-23-D-C025
- Duration: One year
- Value: Not-to-exceed $340,000.00
- Anticipated Start: April 1, 2026
- Award Date: February 27, 2026 (referenced in document)
- Set-Aside: None (justified as sole-source)
Justification & Rationale
This award was made under FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B), citing that only UPS is capable of providing the required services at the necessary quality level, as the "Next Generation Delivery Service" (NGDS) is a mandatory Best-in-Class solution. Market research, including a Sources Sought notice and RFI, was conducted but did not yield two or more capable Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) concerns to meet the "VA Rule of Two" for a small business set-aside. UPS was identified as offering the best overall value, superior service, and competitive pricing for ground and next-day services in the region.
Additional Notes
The Product Service Code is R602 (Courier And Messenger Services), and the NAICS Code is 492110 (Postal Service). The contract is bulk funded, with the vendor billing for actual services rendered. For questions, contact Venkatlekhith Muntha, Contracting Specialist, at Venkatlekhith.Muntha@VA.gov or 317-988-1510.