R608--Outpatient Tactile ASL Service Contract
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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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 20, has awarded a $60,000.00 contract to INTERPRET THIS INC for Outpatient Tactile ASL Service. This sole-source award addresses an emergent need for a deafblind Veteran, with a 3-month term to allow for a future competitive solicitation.
Scope of Work
The contract provides continuous tactile American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services for a Veteran admitted to the VA Puget Sound hospital, continuing upon discharge. Services are required for outpatient Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) visits and other medical appointments. Tactile modalities are essential as non-tactile methods are ineffective for deafblind patients.
Contract Details
- Awardee: INTERPRET THIS INC
- Award Amount: $60,000.00
- Award Date: April 2, 2026
- Duration: 3-month term
- Contracting Office: Network Contracting Office 20 (36C260)
- Product/Service Code: R608 (Translation And Interpreting Services (including Sign Language))
Justification for Award
This was a Justification for Single Source Award under Simplified Acquisition Procedures due to an unusual and compelling urgency (FAR 6.302-2). The emergent situation involves a Veteran requiring immediate tactile ASL services. The justification also references the Veterans First authority (38 U.S.C. § 8127(b)). The 3-month term is specifically designed to bridge the immediate need while a competitive long-term contract can be established.
Additional Notes
The Contracting Officer, Nazanin Kreiner, certified the accuracy and completeness of the justification.