G004--691 | 36C262-25-AP-2641 | Contract Emergency Residential Services (CERS) for Homeless Male Veterans
ID: 36C26225Q0404Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Other Community Housing Services (624229)

PSC

SOCIAL- SOCIAL REHABILITATION (G004)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0b7e097d31ca4d4788f5c9705d9a3a99/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide Contract Emergency Residential Services (CERS) for homeless male veterans, specifically targeting transitional housing and supportive services in the Ventura and Santa Barbara areas. The procurement aims to identify Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBCs) capable of delivering essential services as part of the Health Care for Homeless Veterans program, including emergency transitional housing for up to 15 veterans, case management, and therapeutic support. This initiative is crucial in addressing veteran homelessness and promoting a holistic approach to recovery and sustainable housing solutions. Interested parties must submit their responses by 12:00 Noon Mountain Time on February 19, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Bill Cook at william.cook2@va.gov or by phone at 602-795-4289.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bill CookContracting Officer
    (602) 795-4289
    william.cook2@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    36C26225Q0404_1.docx
    The document is a modification notice for solicitation number 36C26225Q0404, pertaining to the Contract Emergency Residential Services (CERS) for Homeless Male Veterans. The primary purpose is to extend the response deadline from February 12, 2025, to February 19, 2025, at 12:00 noon Mountain Time. Additionally, it corrects the contracting office address from 335 East Germann Road, Gilbert, AZ 85297, to 650 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85012. The solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and falls under the NAICS code 624229. The contracting office is part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically NCO 22, located in Phoenix, Arizona. The notice also provides contact information for the contracting officer, Bill Cook, for further inquiries regarding the solicitation. This modification is part of the government's ongoing efforts to secure appropriate services for homeless male veterans, ensuring timely response and compliance in the procurement process.
    36C26225Q0404.docx
    The contract titled "Emergency Residential Services (CERS) for Homeless Male Veterans" aims to provide transitional housing and supportive services for homeless male veterans in the Ventura and Santa Barbara areas. This Sources Sought Notice is intended for market research to identify qualified vendors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBCs), capable of delivering these essential services as part of the Health Care for Homeless Veterans program. The contractor will provide emergency transitional housing for up to 15 veterans, emphasizing immediate placement and collaborative support for treatment and recovery. Services include a safe living environment, daily meals, case management, financial planning, and therapeutic support. Contractors must facilitate same-day admissions and engage veterans in active case management to secure permanent housing within 90 days. The document outlines requirements for contractor qualifications, including past experience with similar services, the provision of facility inspections, adherence to safety and health standards, and the implementation of an internal grievance process. The solicitation seeks to address veteran homelessness, with an emphasis on a holistic approach to recovery and sustainability in housing. Overall, the notice represents a commitment by the Department of Veterans Affairs to eliminate homelessness among veterans through enhanced service delivery and support frameworks.
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