G099--HCHV Emergency Residential Services for Male Veterans (VANIHCS)
ID: 36C25025Q0321Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF610-MARION (00610)MARION, IN, 46953, USA

NAICS

Other Community Housing Services (624229)

PSC

SOCIAL- OTHER (G099)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking potential contractors to provide Health Care to Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Emergency Residential Services for the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (VANIHCS). The project involves establishing facilities within a 20-mile radius of the Jackie Walorski Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Mishawaka, IN, to offer emergency housing and supportive services for male veterans, particularly those facing mental health or substance abuse challenges. The selected contractors will be responsible for accommodating up to ten veteran beds per day, providing low-demand housing, meals, mental health therapy, and case management, while excluding detoxification services. Interested vendors must submit detailed responses outlining their capabilities and qualifications by February 27, 2025, with the anticipated performance period running from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Contracting Officer Karen Williams at Karen.Williams4@va.gov or by phone at 614-257-5220.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Karen WilliamsContracting Officer
    (614) 257-5220
    Karen.Williams4@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential contractors for providing Health Care to Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Emergency Residential Services for the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (VANIHCS). The requirement includes establishing facilities within a 20-mile radius of the Jackie Walorski Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Mishawaka, IN, to offer emergency housing and supportive services for male veterans, particularly those with mental health or substance abuse issues. Contractors should be able to accommodate up to ten veteran beds per day, providing low-demand housing, meals, mental health therapy, and case management, excluding detoxification services. The performance period is anticipated from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. Interested vendors must submit detailed responses by February 27, 2025, outlining their capabilities, past experience, and relevant qualifications. This notice is part of the preliminary information gathering process and does not constitute a formal solicitation or funding commitment from the VA.
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