Q510--FY26: Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) | Miami
ID: 36C24826Q0064Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111)

PSC

MEDICAL- NEUROLOGY (Q510)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) services for the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center in Miami, Florida. The procurement involves an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract that encompasses one base year and four option years, with a guaranteed minimum of $2,500 and a maximum potential value of $1,000,000. These services are critical for ensuring patient safety and effective monitoring during complex surgical procedures, requiring on-site IONM technologists and remote Board-Certified Neurophysiologist physicians. Interested contractors must submit their proposals, including a Past Performance Questionnaire and various certifications, by the closing date of January 6, 2026. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Contract Specialist Jayne L. Messer at Jayne.Messer@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jayne MesserContracting Officer
    (239) 373-9064
    jayne.messer@va.gov
    Files
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    The provided documents relate to a Request for Quotations (RFQ) identified as 36C24826Q0064, which includes the primary solicitation document and several attachments. These attachments detail various requirements and certifications crucial for potential contractors. Key attachments include a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), a VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting, and a Contractor Conflict of Interest Certification Statement. Additionally, there are documents outlining Contractor Rules of Behavior, a Contractor Certification regarding the Immigration and Nationality Act, and a Past Performance Questionnaire. This compilation indicates a federal procurement effort, likely by the Department of Veterans Affairs, seeking proposals from contractors while ensuring compliance with federal regulations, ethical standards, and performance evaluation criteria.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in Miami, specifically the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center (BWCVAMC) and Miami VA Healthcare System (MVAHCS), intends to solicit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) services. This 100% small business set-aside will result in an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a base period and four one-year option periods, spanning from February 17, 2026, to February 16, 2031. The contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, and supplies for IONM services, including on-call/call-back coverage, performed by both offsite Board-Certified Neurophysiologist Physicians and onsite IONM Technologists. Key personnel must be licensed, board-certified, and possess current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications. The solicitation, RFQ 36C24826Q0064, is expected to be issued around December 11, 2025, and interested contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.
    The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) outlines the systematic method for evaluating contractor performance against contract terms, focusing on what, how, and by whom monitoring will occur, and how results will be documented. It emphasizes the contractor's responsibility for quality control while the Government ensures objective evaluation. Key Government roles include the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), who oversee surveillance activities, maintain quality assurance files, and assess performance. The plan details various surveillance methods, such as direct observation, periodic inspections, validated user complaints, random sampling, and verification of contractor-provided documentation. Performance standards, including provider quality, personnel qualifications, scope of practice, patient access, patient safety, licensing, mandatory training, and HIPAA compliance, are explicitly defined. The QASP also outlines the CPARS rating system for performance evaluation and the process for documenting performance, including the use of Contract Discrepancy Reports (CDRs) for non-compliance.
    This government file outlines the VAAR 852.219-75 VA Notice of Limitation on Subcontracting-Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction, specifically for
    Attachment D.3 outlines the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) requirements for contractors to address organizational conflicts of interest (OCI) in healthcare service solicitations. This document, applicable to RFQ 36C2482-Q0064 for Interoperative Neuromonitoring Services and RFQ 36C24825Q0045 for On-site Board-Certified Diagnostic Radiology Physician Services, mandates that offerors, including their consultants and subcontractors, disclose any past, present, or planned financial, contractual, or organizational interests that could create an OCI. The VA aims to prevent situations where a contractor's impartiality or objectivity might be impaired, or where they might gain an unfair competitive advantage. Offerors must submit a statement detailing potential conflicts and how they propose to mitigate them. The Contracting Officer will review this information and may disqualify a contractor if an OCI cannot be satisfactorily mitigated. Nondisclosure or misrepresentation of conflicts can lead to contract termination. Appendix A provides a certification statement template for contractors to either declare no conflicts or provide a detailed statement of existing or potential conflicts.
    The VA Handbook 6500.6, Appendix D, outlines the Contractor Rules of Behavior for individuals performing services under contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs. This User Agreement details the terms and conditions for accessing and using VA data, information systems, and sites, emphasizing that contractors have no reasonable expectation of privacy. It covers consent to monitoring, recording, and disclosure of activities by authorized VA and law enforcement personnel. Contractors must comply with VA's security and data privacy directives, report security incidents, and adhere to strict rules regarding system access, data usage, password protection, and the handling of sensitive information. The agreement prohibits unauthorized activities and personal use of VA systems, and mandates the use of VA-approved software and security measures. Subcontractors are also bound by these security requirements. The document concludes with an acknowledgment and acceptance form, underscoring the contractor's commitment to these terms, which do not supersede the terms of the signatory's employer and VA.
    This document is a Contractor Certification for RFQ 36C24826Q0064, focusing on compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952. Contractors providing services to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must certify they will adhere to all related immigration laws and regulations enforced by Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the U.S. Department of Labor. Key requirements include not knowingly employing, contracting, or subcontracting with illegal aliens or foreign nationals violating their immigration status. Contractors must also comply with all "E-Verify" requirements as per Executive Order 12989 and applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations. Failure to comply may result in the prohibition of individuals from working at VA-servicing locations and could lead to contract termination. Contractors are also required to obtain similar certifications from their subcontractors. This certification underscores the legal obligations and potential consequences for non-compliance, emphasizing the importance of legal immigration status for all personnel working under VA contracts.
    The document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) for Solicitation #36C24826Q0064, seeking Complete Interoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Services for the VA Caribbean Healthcare System (VACHS). The purpose of the PPQ is to assess an offeror's performance history for the Department of Veterans Affairs. Assessors are requested by Contract Specialist Jayne Messer to evaluate an offeror's past performance based on defined criteria, including timely service completion, compliance with terms, ability to manage personnel, quality control, responsiveness to urgent requests, problem-solving skills, and timely documentation. The questionnaire uses a rating scale of Outstanding, Above Average, Satisfactory, and Unacceptable, with definitions provided for each. Assessors must also indicate if they would award similar contracts to the offeror and provide an overall quality of performance rating with explanations. The completed questionnaire should be emailed to jayne.messer@va.gov by the solicitation's closing date, January 6, 2026.
    This government Request for Quotation (RFQ) by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) services for the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center in Miami, FL. The contract, an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, covers one base year and four option years, with a guaranteed minimum of $2,500 and a maximum of $1,000,000. Services include on-site IONM technologists and remote Board-Certified Neurophysiologist physicians, along with necessary equipment and supplies, for complex surgical procedures. Key personnel must be credentialed, board-certified, and meet specific training, health, and ethical requirements. The contractor is responsible for providing 24/7 coverage, including weekends and holidays, with prompt replacement for absent staff. The document details administrative data, the schedule of services, and a comprehensive performance work statement outlining qualifications, responsibilities, and legal compliance.
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