Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) Program Support
ID: HT001425R0004Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

PSC

MEDICAL- PHYSICAL MEDICINE/REHABILITATION (Q518)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4ff677eda3504e8f803a2ec4ed3071c4/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), is seeking qualified contractors to provide support for its Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) Program. The procurement involves delivering essential services, including one Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Lead Animal Assisted Therapist and three FTE Service Animal Training Instructors, along with all necessary personnel, equipment, and facilities, as outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). This initiative is critical for enhancing therapeutic services within military healthcare settings, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and high standards of care. Proposals are due by January 3, 2025, and interested vendors should direct inquiries to Miriam Railey at miriam.t.railey.civ@health.mil or Edgar DuChemin at edgar.r.duchemin.civ@health.mil for further details.

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    Attachment 1- Past Performance Summary (PPS).pdf
    The Past Performance Summary (PPS) document serves as part of the requirements for vendors responding to Solicitation # HT001425R0004. It mandates the submission of relevant past performance information for contracts performed within the last 36 months, focusing on efforts similar to the solicited work. Vendors must include up to three relevant PPSs, detailing specifics such as the contracting activity, contract number, title, and type, along with labor categories and workforce numbers. Each submission should not exceed three pages and must also outline the description, value, period of performance, and contact details of the relevant contracting officials. Vendors lacking relevant past performance history are required to formally state this in their submissions. This document emphasizes the importance of demonstrating past experience as a measure of capability for current federal contracting opportunities, ensuring that vendors can effectively fulfill government requirements based on historical performance.
    Attachment 2- PP Questionnaire.docx
    The National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center is evaluating an offeror's past performance as part of a Full and Open Competition for contractual services. The solicitation, HT001425R0004, is for 1 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Lead Animal Assisted Therapist and 3 FTEs for Service Animal Training Instructors, with a deadline for feedback by January 2, 2025. The Past Performance Questionnaire seeks detailed information from the referenced clients regarding the contractor's qualifications, performance ratings, and ability to meet contractual obligations, covering aspects like on-time filling of positions, turnover rates, and overall service quality. Evaluators use a scale from Exceptional to Unsatisfactory for performance assessments. Additionally, the evaluation seeks insights on the contractor's reliability and whether clients would engage them again for future contracts. This questionnaire reflects the government's rigorous approach to ensure accountability and excellence in service delivery, aligning with standards expected in federal RFPs and grants.
    HT001425R0004.pdf
    The document outlines a government solicitation (HT001425R0004) for commercial services, specifically a contract for animal-assisted therapy and service animal training. The proposal submission deadline is set for January 3, 2025. It specifies the procurement of two main services: 1) one Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Lead Animal Assisted Therapist, and 2) three FTE Service Animal Training Instructors. The service providers must ensure compliance with federal regulations, including liability insurance requirements and strict guidelines for hours worked, with no provision for overtime. The document details the evaluation criteria for proposals, emphasizing that past performance is significantly more important than price in determining the best value to the government. The evaluation involves assessing the relevance and quality of prior contracts similar in scope and size. Additionally, the document specifies submission requirements and the processes for inspection and acceptance of services. It incorporates various regulations and clauses that govern federal contracting, aiming to ensure accountability and ethical business practices. Overall, this solicitation seeks qualified vendors to deliver essential therapeutic and training services while adhering to regulatory frameworks, thereby reinforcing the government's compliance and oversight responsibilities.
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