SAVAHCS Postal Services
ID: 36C26226Q0190Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Private Mail Centers (561431)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: MAILING/DISTRIBUTION (R604)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4b4b9deb9dd94f3ea751f835ca137878/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide postal services for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care Systems (SAVAHCS) from April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2030. The procurement includes daily mail pickup, processing, presorting, metering, and delivery to the USPS, with compliance to USPS and government regulations, including HIPAA and the Privacy Act. This opportunity is particularly aimed at Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Veteran Owned Small Businesses, 8(a), HubZone, and other Small Businesses, emphasizing the importance of these services in supporting the healthcare operations of the VA. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and proof of similar work by January 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM MDT, and registration in SAM and the VetBiz Registry is required for eligible businesses. For further inquiries, contact Jordan Alonzo at jordan.alonzo@va.gov or call 505-767-6094.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jordan Alonzo
    (505) 767-6094
    jordan.alonzo@va.gov
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    S02. 36C26226Q0190 Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for postal mail services at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care Systems (SAVAHCS) from April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2030. This is a market research announcement to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Veteran Owned Small Businesses, 8(a), HubZone, and other Small Businesses. The services include daily mail pickup, processing, presorting, metering, and delivery to the USPS, adhering to USPS and government regulations, including HIPAA and the Privacy Act. The contractor will also provide and maintain up to nine metering mail machines for Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). Responses, including company information and a capability statement, are due by January 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM MDT. Registration in SAM and the VetBiz Registry (for VOSBs/SDVOSBs) is required.
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