Employee Assistance Program Services
ID: 36C24725Q0301Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Human Resources Consulting Services (541612)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: HUMAN RESOURCES (R431)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f553fff13e9a457f9cdea1aba59254ee/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services for the Columbia VA Medical Center, with a contract valued at $29 million. The EAP aims to support employees by addressing work-related issues, mental health concerns, and substance abuse, ensuring timely access to counseling and crisis management services. This initiative underscores the importance of maintaining employee well-being and a healthy workforce, with a strong emphasis on confidentiality and legal compliance in handling sensitive information. Interested vendors, particularly those classified as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), should contact Jacob A. Tackett at Jacob.Tackett@va.gov or 706-469-0691 for further details, as the contract is set to commence on March 12, 2025, with potential extensions available.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jacob A Tackett
    (706) 469-0691
    Jacob.Tackett@va.gov
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    36C24725Q0301.pdf
    This document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services for the Columbia VA Medical Center. The contract, valued at $29 million, is set for a base period from March 12, 2025, to March 11, 2026, with four potential extensions of one year each. The EAP aims to address various employee issues such as work-related problems, mental health, and substance abuse, ensuring timely access to counseling and crisis management. The contractor is required to provide services like initial evaluations, short-term counseling, crisis management, and training programs, emphasizing confidentiality and legal compliance in handling sensitive employee information. Invoicing will be conducted electronically through the Tungsten Network. The contract emphasizes a commitment to service-disabled veteran-owned small business participation, as the program is set aside for qualified vendors. Overall, this RFP reflects the VA's dedication to supporting employee well-being and maintaining a healthy workforce while adhering to rigorous federal acquisition standards.
    Wage Determination 2015-4429.pdf
    The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-4429 under the Service Contract Act, specifying minimum wage rates for contractors in South Carolina based on contract dates and associated Executive Orders. Contractors must adhere to these wage rates, which will be adjusted annually, while also providing workers with necessary fringe benefits, including health, vacation, and holiday pay. Additional regulations cover sick leave provisions and the conformance process for unlisted job classifications.
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