R431--Portland and Anchorage EAP Services
ID: 36C10D24Q0298Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS BENEFITS ADMIN (36C10D)WASHINGTON, DC, 20006, 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/a15c260d4b4f4998b595b82b8432253b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services to be provided at its Portland and Anchorage Regional Offices. The contract aims to deliver independent counseling services to approximately 312 employees and their immediate family members, addressing personal issues that may impact job performance and providing access to resources such as mental health support, financial consultation, and legal assistance. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to employee well-being and support, with a total award amount of $29 million available over an initial period from October 2024 through September 2025, extendable for up to four additional years. Interested vendors, specifically Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), must submit their responses by September 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, and can contact Contract Specialist Michael J Gamby at Michael.Gamby@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael J GambyContract Specialist
    (360) 816-2775
    Michael.Gamby@va.gov
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    36C10D24Q0298_1.docx
    This presolicitation notice outlines an upcoming Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services to be provided in Portland and Anchorage. The opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), ensuring that only eligible vendors may respond. The solicitation number assigned to this notice is 36C10D24Q0298, with responses due by September 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time. The place of performance will be the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, located in Washington, D.C. This notice serves as an advanced notice of the forthcoming RFQ and is part of the federal government’s efforts to streamline its contracting processes while supporting veteran-owned businesses. The notice indicates that further details will follow, emphasizing the importance of the services required and the distinct set-aside status for SDVOSB. Additionally, contact information and agency details are provided for interested vendors seeking further clarification.
    36C10D24Q0298.docx
    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services at the Portland and Anchorage Regional Offices. It outlines the requirements for an independent counseling service to support approximately 312 employees and their immediate family members. The program aims to assist employees with personal issues affecting job performance, providing access to various resources such as mental health, financial consultation, and legal assistance. It highlights confidentiality protocols and mandates that services be offered in compliance with specific federal regulations. The contract is set aside for total service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, with a total award amount of $29 million over several contractual periods—initially from October 2024 through September 2025, extendable up to four additional years. The contractor must ensure provisions for emergency services, maintain individual case files while enforcing confidentiality, and conduct statistical reporting on program utilization. The document emphasizes the importance of promoting the EAP program and ensuring accessibility for all employees, reflecting the VA's commitment to employee well-being and support within the workplace.
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