U005--Notice of Intend to Sole Source Magnet Annual and Application Fee
Overview
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Original Source
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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), specifically the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) in Houston, TX, has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price contract to the American Nurses Association. This contract is for MAGNET Recognition services at the MEDVAMC. The VA has determined, through market research, that the American Nurses Association is the only responsible source for this credentialing, justifying the non-competitive acquisition under FAR 6.302-1.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide and ensure the safe, secure, and careful handling and delivery of results in accordance with established guidelines from the Department of Veterans Affairs Handbook 6500 and a drafted statement of work, specifically for the MAGNET Recognition program.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Single Award
- Duration: One (1) year
- Intended Awardee: American Nurses Association
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1 (Only one responsible source)
- Response Due: April 8, 2026, 3 PM Central Time
- Published: April 1, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals or quotations, and a solicitation will not be posted. No award will be made based on quotes or offers received in response to this notice. However, responsible sources may identify their interest by submitting clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the government. Submissions must include:
- Business Size and Socio-Economic Status: Indicate large/small, small business qualifications (emerging, disadvantaged, 8(a), Hub zone, WOSB, SDVOSB, VOSB), DUNS number, and SAM.gov/SBA VetCerts registration.
- Capability: Evidence that your firm can provide the same services by the required date.
Responses will be considered, but the government's determination to not compete is solely at its discretion.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services)
- FSC/PSC Code: U005 (Tuition, Registration, And Membership Fees)
- Contact: Robert (Dustan) Arabie, Contract Specialist, robert.arabie@va.gov