The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for Ride Share Scheduling Services under solicitation number 36C24825Q0507. This request falls under the jurisdiction of the Network Contracting Office 8, located at the C.W. Bill Young Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL. The response deadline for interested contractors is set for March 31, 2025, at noon Eastern Time. The service is categorized under the NAICS code 485310 and is set aside for veteran-owned businesses. The contracting officer overseeing this solicitation is David Wesley Hess, who can be contacted via email or phone for further inquiries. The purpose of this RFP is to enhance transportation logistics for veterans through improved scheduling solutions, aligned with the agency's mission to provide high-quality services to veterans. Interested vendors are directed to review the attached detailed document for comprehensive specifications and requirements for proposals.

This document is an amendment to a previous solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs for Ride Share Scheduling Services, identified by solicitation number 36C24825Q0507. The primary purpose is to extend the submission deadline for quotes to April 30, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The contracting office is located at Bay Pines, Florida, and the point of contact for inquiries is Contracting Officer David Wesley Hess, reachable via email or phone. The amendment specifies that it is not funded by the Recovery Act and clarifies the appropriate Product Service Code (V226) and NAICS Code (485310). This extension allows potential vendors additional time to prepare and submit their proposals for the requested services, affirming the VA's ongoing efforts to engage the private sector in meeting its operational needs.

The government file details a request for quotes (RFQ) by the C.W. Bill Young Veterans Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL, for Ride Share Scheduling Services, aimed at facilitating transportation for Veterans. This solicitation adheres to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). The contract, with a base performance period from May 16, 2025, to May 15, 2026, includes four optional years and encompasses various services, including rideshare scheduling, administrative costs, cancellation fees, and rides booked with less than 72 hours' notice. The contractor is expected to coordinate transportation for eligible Veterans in several categories, primarily focusing on those experiencing homelessness and providing crucial assistance to approved VA programs. Key responsibilities include maintaining communication with Veterans, ensuring timely ride arrangements, and providing 24-hour support for scheduled riders. Performance metrics will assess the contractor's effectiveness, ensuring all Veterans receive the necessary assistance. This document serves to outline the expectations for contractors in support of the Veterans' healthcare system by facilitating essential transportation options.