R606--Court Reporter Services for locations outlined within WI, IL, and MI, and Veterans Administration Medical Centers (VAMCs) designated locations.
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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 Contract Office 12 (36C252), is soliciting proposals for Court Reporter Services to support various administrative hearings and investigations across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan, including designated VA Medical Centers (VAMCs). This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due by June 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quote (RFQ) seeks court reporter services, provided virtually and/or in-person, for administrative investigations, disciplinary appeals boards, EEO matters, MSPB cases, FLRA cases, and other administrative hearings requiring official documentation. Services include providing personnel, equipment, and technology. Transcripts must be accurate, verbatim, and delivered within specified timelines (overnight to 10 business days). Court reporters must hold National Court Reports Association (NCRA) and Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certifications, with at least one year of experience. Compliance with VA facility policies, security, and privacy regulations is mandatory.
Contract Details
- Type: Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with fixed unit prices.
- Duration: One (1) base year plus four (4) option years.
- Minimum Guarantee: $75,000.00
- Maximum Ceiling: $650,000.00
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- Product Service Code (PSC): R606 (Court Reporting Services).
- NAICS Code: 561492.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time.
- Submission Method: Via email to jerri.schuster@va.gov.
- Required Submissions: Pricing, technical capability information (staff certifications, experience, Quality Assurance Plan), and completed SF 1449 blocks.
- Evaluation Criteria: Price and other factors, including technical/quality and past performance. The government may select an offer other than the lowest priced if it is more advantageous.
- Questions Due: No later than Thursday, June 11, 2026, at noon local time, via email to jerri.schuster@va.gov.
Key Documents & Compliance
- Wage Determinations: Several wage determinations (e.g., for Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin counties) are attached, establishing minimum wage rates and fringe benefits under the Service Contract Act. Bidders must factor these into their proposals.
- Business Associate Agreement (BAA): A BAA outlines critical HIPAA and HITECH compliance requirements for handling Protected Health Information (PHI) for VA facilities within VISN 12. Vendors must be prepared to meet stringent PHI protection, reporting, and subcontracting requirements.