Strategic Contracting and Training Services -Justification and Approval Redacted
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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) has published a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a Firm Fixed Price modification to contract HT0015-24-C-0002 with Zygos Consulting LLC. This action ensures the continuation of Strategic Advisor Support (SAS) Services for the DHA Program Executive Office (PEO) Medical Systems (J-6) Directorate, preventing a break in service due to delays in a follow-on procurement.
Purpose & Rationale
This J&A justifies the negotiation of a sole-source modification with the incumbent, Zygos Consulting LLC, under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) (Other than Full and Open Competition). The need arises because the follow-on requirement (solicited as HT0015-24-R-0021) experienced delays due to GAO protests and subsequent corrective actions, impacting the award timeline. The modification is critical to maintain essential strategic advisory services without interruption.
Scope of Services
The incumbent provides comprehensive Strategic Advisor Support, including:
- Consultation for defining needs and problems.
- Initiation, supervision, and development of concepts and strategies for complex programs.
- Strategic advice, guidance, and expertise to program and project staff.
- Detailed analysis, evaluation, and recommendations for mission-critical challenges.
- Supervision of studies and surveys for data collection and solution development.
Contract Details
- Contract Number: HT0015-24-C-0002
- Incumbent Contractor: Zygos Consulting LLC
- Type of Action: Firm Fixed Price Modification
- Period of Performance (Modification):
- Base Period: March 23, 2026 - July 22, 2026
- Option Period 1: July 23, 2026 - November 22, 2026
- Option Period 2: November 23, 2026 - March 22, 2027
- Funding Type: O&M
- Place of Performance: Falls Church, VA, United States
- Product Service Code: R707 (Contract, Procurement, And Acquisition Support Services)
Set-Aside & Market Research
The original follow-on requirement (HT0015-24-R-0021) was solicited as a 100% small business set-aside. While market research indicated several vendors could provide the services, the current modification to the incumbent is necessary to avoid a service break. A notice of intent to extend was posted on SAM.gov on February 24, 2026, and a waiver for posting an RFI/sources sought notice was approved. Price fair and reasonableness will be determined by the Contracting Officer.
Contacts
- Primary: Mallory Vasquez (mallory.m.vasquez.civ@health.mil)
- Secondary: Pamela Bryerton (pamela.j.bryerton.civ@health.mil)