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/143e41b6aa9b4b3abf44a7b1eb513480/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide Emergency Residential Services (CERS) for homeless male veterans in the Ventura and Santa Barbara areas. The objective of this procurement is to deliver transitional housing and supportive services, including immediate placement, case management, and therapeutic support, to assist veterans in securing permanent housing within 90 days. This initiative is part of the Health Care for Homeless Veterans program, which aims to address veteran homelessness through a holistic approach to recovery and sustainability. Interested vendors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, must submit their qualifications and experience by email to Contracting Officer Bill Cook at william.cook2@va.gov by 12:00 PM Mountain Time on February 12, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bill CookContracting Officer
    (602) 795-4289
    william.cook2@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    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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