V129--Washington DC VA Medical Center Wheelchair Van Services
Overview
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Set Aside
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 NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245), has issued a pre-solicitation notice for Wheelchair Van Transportation Services at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The government intends to issue a solicitation for a five-year, Firm Fixed Price, Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This requirement is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside.
Scope of Anticipated Work
The upcoming solicitation is expected to cover non-emergent wheelchair transportation services, available 24/7, including weekends and holidays. Services will involve transporting veterans, potentially with luggage, medical records, and comfort items. Key requirements for contractors will likely include:
- Operating vehicles that meet all federal, state, and local regulations, equipped with first aid kits.
- Employing drivers with valid licenses, meeting age and experience requirements, and passing background checks.
- Drivers trained in first aid and capable of administering oxygen.
- Utilizing VetRide or VA-approved transportation software for trip requests and claims.
- Maintaining a Quality Control Plan (QCP) and adhering to performance standards.
- Complying with COVID-19 protocols and environmental management systems.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price, Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: Five years
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Notice Published: March 10, 2026
- Notice Response Date: May 31, 2026 (for monitoring purposes)
Eligibility & Set-Aside Requirements
This opportunity is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns under the authority of 38 U.S.C §8127 (d). Eligible SDVOSBs must be listed and viewable in the Small Business Administration (SBA) database at https://search.certifications.sba.gov at the time of offer submission and prior to award. The awarded contractor must also submit evidence of enrollment with VETS4212.
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice only and does not constitute a solicitation. No response to this notice is necessary, and no source list will be maintained. Prospective offerors are strongly encouraged to register in the SAM Database (https://www.sam.gov) prior to contract award. Interested parties should monitor Contracting Opportunities for the official issuance of the solicitation and associated documents.