R602--FEDEX DELIVERY SERVICE - VISN23
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), specifically the NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263), has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Next Generation Delivery Services to support VISN 23: VA Midwest Health Care Network. This action proposes a sole source task order to Federal Express Corporation for an estimated value of $737,600.00. This is not a request for proposals, but a market research effort to identify other capable sources. Responses demonstrating bona fide capability are due by May 07, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for small package pickup and delivery services, including domestic and international express and ground shipments, for various VISN 23 VA locations. Services must include time-definite, door-to-door pickup, delivery, transportation, and accurate in-transit visibility. Compatibility with existing automation, proprietary FEDEX software, and pharmacy package processing procedures is essential. This also includes support for specialized packaging technologies such as temperature-controlled and tamper-evident solutions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Proposed Action: Sole source task order against GWAC contract HTC711-23-D-C023
- Duration: One calendar year
- Estimated Value: $737,600.00
- Proposed Awardee: FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 07, 2026
- Published: April 03, 2026
Evaluation
This notice serves as market research. Written responses demonstrating a bona fide capability to fulfill the requirement will be considered solely to determine if a competitive requirement is feasible. This is not a request for proposals, and the government will not pay for costs incurred in responding.
Additional Notes
The sole source justification is based on 41 USC §3304(a)(1) (Only One Responsible Source) due to the need for compatibility with proprietary FEDEX software and existing automation. Federal Express is also cited as a mandatory source for package delivery services per OMB memo M-17-29 (Best-in-Class). The VA utilizes a "Pitney Bowes Send PRO 360" system to compare pricing from UPS, FedEx, and USPS for each shipment, requiring task orders with both UPS and FedEx to ensure the lowest price selection per VA Directive 6340.