V212--New Wheelchair Solicitation FY26 (VA-26-00001159)
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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 Contract Office 5, has issued a Solicitation (VA-26-00001159) for Non-Emergent Wheelchair Transportation Services for the Baltimore VA Medical Center (VAMC) and its associated Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Proposals are due May 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The awarded contractor will provide 24/7 non-emergent wheelchair transportation services, including all necessary vehicles, personnel, management, supplies, and equipment. This involves transporting patients, their luggage, medical records, and comfort items. Services must adhere to specific performance standards, including response times, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations such as HIPAA and OSHA. Personnel must meet qualifications including valid driver's licenses and first aid certification, and contractors must maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP) and follow COVID-19 protocols.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Multiple Award Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with shared capacity. The VA intends to award up to three (3) contractors.
- Period of Performance: Anticipated five years, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031.
- Estimated Value: Minimum guaranteed amount of $1,000, with a maximum contract ceiling of $50,000,000.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Firms must be listed and viewable in the SBA database.
- NAICS Code: 485991 (Special Needs Transportation), with a size standard of $19 Million.
- Place of Performance: Baltimore VAMC, Baltimore, MD, and variable locations within Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Amendments & Key Updates
- Amendment 0004 (Posted 2026-04-28): Updated the Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) language in Section B.3, specifically concerning the Price/Cost Schedule.
- Amendment 0003 (Posted 2026-04-27): Provided responses to vendor inquiries (Q&A) and attached revised versions of the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Section E.6 (Evaluation Criteria), and Section E.8 (Supplemental Instructions to Offerors). This amendment also re-confirmed the proposal due date extension.
- Amendment 0002 (Posted 2026-04-23): Extended the proposal due date to May 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
- Amendment 0001 (Posted 2026-04-10): Removed Section B.2 (Multiple Award Task Order Contract) and updated the PWS and Price/Cost Schedule.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis and must be submitted in two volumes: Technical (Non-price) and Price. Specific submission requirements include SF 1449 completion, a cover letter, technical capability statement, fleet data, company stability proof, experience documentation, insurance proof, personnel qualifications, and past performance references. Questions were due by April 15, 2026.
Wage Determinations
Multiple U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determinations (under the Service Contract Act) are attached for various counties in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Bidders must review these documents to accurately calculate labor costs, ensuring compliance with minimum hourly wage rates, fringe benefits (Health & Welfare, Paid Sick Leave, Vacation, Holidays), and Executive Order requirements for all service employees.