U008--Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Dementia Training and Certification
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), Network Contracting Office 9 (VISN 09), has issued a solicitation for Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Dementia Training and Certification. This requirement is for the initial training and certification of 19 designated trainers across VISN 09 facilities to support specialized dementia care initiatives. Responses are due by February 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive training and certification services following the Positive Approach to Care (PAC) methodology. Key deliverables include:
- Initial PAC training for 19 designated VA personnel.
- Formal certification of these 19 trainers to ensure they can implement and teach PAC techniques within their respective facilities.
- All necessary curriculum materials and instructional support required for certification.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation / RFQ
- Solicitation Number: 36C24926Q0093
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET
- Place of Performance: Franklin, TN
Evaluation
While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the summary, awards for training services typically follow a best-value or lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA) process focusing on the vendor's ability to meet the specific PAC certification standards.
Additional Notes
The NAICS code for this requirement is 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training). All training activities are centered at the VA facility in Franklin, Tennessee.