RFI - Colorectal Cancer Screening Mailed Test Kits
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) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify capable sources for providing Colorectal Cancer Screening Mailed Test Kits for Veterans within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by April 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.
Purpose & Overview
The VA seeks to determine the viability of procuring a mailer collection kit service for Fecal Immunochemical Tests (FIT) for colorectal cancer screening. The service will involve mailing kits, providing instructions, and managing returns for an estimated annual volume of 100,000 to 700,000 kits. The VA anticipates an IDIQ contract with Firm Fixed Price Task Orders.
Key Information Requested from Interested Parties
- Company Identification: Name, CAGE/Unique ID, Address, Point of Contact, Phone, Email.
- NAICS Code: Recommended NAICS code (VA anticipates 492110, Couriers and Express Delivery Services, with a 1,500 employee size standard).
- Small Business Status: Type of small business and ability to comply with relevant FAR/VAAR clauses.
- Contract Vehicles: Existing contract vehicles applicable to these services.
- Prime Contractor Role: Confirmation of intent to be prime and description of tasks.
- PWS Sufficiency: Feedback on the provided draft Performance Work Statement (PWS).
- Capability Statement: A detailed statement (10-page limit) demonstrating the company's ability to meet requirements, including a description of the requirement in the company's own words and proof of authorization as a provider.
Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) Highlights
- Scope: Provide mailer collection kit service for VHA Veterans using FIT. Includes kit assembly, custom labeling with Veteran-specific information, and management of kit returns.
- Volume: Estimated 100,000 to 700,000 kits annually.
- Requirements: Kits must include easy-to-read instructions (Flesch reading score > 80). Contractor to audit kits, conduct follow-up communications for unreturned kits, and ensure FDA-approved FIT testing instrumentation. Kits must have at least 14-day inoculated stability and a 6-month expiration from mailing.
- Optional Service: Navigation services for Veterans who have not returned tests.
- Place of Performance: Primarily contractor facility (off-site), specified per Task Order.
- Reporting: Monthly Progress Reports required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Contract Type: IDIQ with Firm Fixed Price Task Orders.
- Anticipated Period of Performance: Base year (July 27, 2026 – July 26, 2031) plus one option year (July 27, 2031 – July 26, 2036).
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.
- Published Date: March 19, 2026.
Submission & Contacts
Responses must be submitted via email to Dylan.Nolz@va.gov and kurt.tanny@va.gov.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research only; the VA is not seeking proposals or quotes and is not committed to any future contract award. No reimbursement will be provided for RFI response costs. All VA requirements are subject to change.