X1FZ--Apartment Rentals for Medical Residents
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), specifically the Asheville VA Medical Center, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified contractors capable of providing four (4) two-bedroom rental apartments for medical residents in Asheville, NC. This RFI aims to gather capability statements from interested parties, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Responses are due by March 31, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide four separate two-bedroom apartments, each a minimum of 950 square feet, with a full kitchen, bathroom, and separate living room. Apartments must be fully furnished, including a full-size washer/dryer, TV (minimum 25-inch flat screen), bedroom, living room, and kitchen/dining room furniture, plus basic kitchenware. Water, regular and emergency pest control, and 24-hour security must be included. Housing must be within 15 miles of the Charles George VA Medical Center to ensure timely access for emergencies. Monthly single invoice billing for all four units is required. Contractors must also provide facility descriptions, details on handicapped accessible rooms, and current fire safety inspection approvals. A site visit with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) will be required prior to contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Duration: Base period plus four (4) option years, commencing July 1, 2026.
- NAICS: 531110 (Real Estate Agents and Managers, Lessors of Buildings) with a $34 million size standard.
- Set-Aside: All capable Service-Disabled Veteran Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) are encouraged to respond.
- Response Due: March 31, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: March 17, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit a capability statement via email to Emily.Donahue@va.gov. The submission must include:
- A positive statement of intent to submit a quote as a prime contractor.
- Subcontracting possibilities (if any), including subcontractor names and breakdown of labor/performance costs.
- Evidence of similar work experience (contract numbers, project titles, award amounts, points of contact).
- Past performance references with points of contact and phone numbers.
- FSS/GSA Contract number, if applicable.
- Identification of the firm's socioeconomic categories.
Additional Notes
This notice does not constitute a request for proposal, and no formal solicitation exists at this time. The government will not pay for any information solicited. Telephonic questions will not be addressed. All vendors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of quote submission.