U012--OPS - Workforce Skills Assessments (VA-26-00057182)
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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified firms capable of providing Workforce Skills Assessments for the Office of People Science Employee and New Hire Skills Assessments. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal. Responses will help the VA develop its acquisition strategy. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Responses are due May 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Purpose & Scope
The VA is seeking information regarding industry capabilities to perform comprehensive workforce skills assessments. The goal is to assess both current employees and new hires within the Office of People Science, ensuring alignment with VA OIT's needs, including role-relevant assessments, quality control, and adherence to frameworks like the Defense Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) and NIST NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.
Key Information Requested
Respondents are asked to submit a capability statement (limited to 8 pages) addressing:
- Overview of assessment products and technical requirements.
- Alignment with VA OIT's needs, including handling new roles.
- Cost breakdown, purchasing options, initial costs, and ongoing fees.
- Examples of reports that can be provided.
Submission Requirements
- Responses Due: May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Email to Leanne Kjesbu (Leanne.Kjesbu@va.gov) and Joseph Jones (Joseph.Jones6@va.gov).
- Subject Line: "OPS - Workforce Skills Assessments".
- File Size: Email attachments not to exceed 5 MB.
- Proprietary Information: Mark responses as "Proprietary Information" if business sensitive.
- Note: No marketing materials are allowed.
Required Company Information
Respondents must provide:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, Phone Number, Email Address.
- Company Business Size and Status (including VOSB/SDVOSB verification).
- NAICS code(s) (e.g., 611420).
- System for Award Management (SAM) Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
- GSA/NASA SEWP Contract (if applicable).
- Authorized Distributor Letter (if applicable).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI).
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- Response Due: May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM ET.
- Published Date: April 22, 2026.
Post-RFI Phase
Selected responders may be invited for a face-to-face or telephonic briefing to answer additional questions. The VA retains discretion on whether these briefings are warranted.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only; no payment will be made for responses, and no contract will be awarded based on this RFI.