The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Radiation Physicist Services required by the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) at the Tucson VA Medical Center for the period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This notice is intended to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and other small businesses capable of providing these services as part of a market research effort. The contractor will be responsible for a comprehensive range of responsibilities, including conducting radiation protection surveys, providing consultancy on radiation exposure records, performing safety inspections of imaging equipment, and maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. The contractor must submit qualifications including business type, technical expertise, and a capability statement, with responses due by January 31, 2025. The document clarifies there is no obligation for the government to award a contract based on this announcement. All interested parties must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) and relevant Veteran Small Business certifications to be considered for this acquisition.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for Radiation Physicist Services to be performed at the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System, specifically the Tucson VA Medical Center. This request aims to identify qualified small businesses, including Service-Disabled Veteran Owned and Veteran Owned Small Businesses, capable of fulfilling this service between April 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026. The contractor must provide comprehensive on-site radiation physicist services, adhering to specified regulatory standards, including conducting radiation protection surveys, equipment inspections, and consultation on radiation exposure. Responses must include detailed documentation of the company’s qualifications and capabilities. This notice does not constitute a solicitation for proposals nor does it obligate the government to issue a contract. It emphasizes the VA's commitment to facilitating contracts with veteran-owned enterprises, with the potential for full and open competition if necessary. Interested parties must submit information to the contact officer by January 31, 2025. The services included must comply with all relevant federal and state regulations, maintaining safety and quality standards while ensuring minimal disruption to VA operations.