G099--Low Demand Safe Haven Program
ID: 36C24524Q0757Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (623220)

PSC

SOCIAL- OTHER (G099)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c76e53d5f83c4600a20f51d8837b7571/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the Low Demand Safe Haven Program, aimed at providing transitional housing for homeless veterans with severe mental illnesses in the Baltimore area. This program is designed to serve veterans who are hard to reach and may be unwilling or unable to engage with traditional services, offering a low-barrier, non-threatening environment that focuses on stabilization and gradual reintegration into supportive services. The contract includes provisions for 24/7 staffing, meals, medication monitoring, and individual case management, with a total compensation of up to $19 million over a base year and four optional extensions. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by September 20, 2024, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time, and can contact Veronica B. Dillard at veronica.dillard@va.gov for further inquiries.

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    Veronica B. Dillard
    veronica.dillard@va.gov
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    The solicitation notice for the Low Demand Safe Haven Program is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, under solicitation number 36C24524Q0757. The response deadline is set for September 20, 2024, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. This initiative is classified under Product Service Code G099 and NAICS Code 623220, indicating its focus on healthcare-related services within the veteran community. The primary contracting office is located in Linthicum, Maryland, with the Baltimore VA Medical Center designated as the place of performance. Prospective vendors can contact Veronica B. Dillard via email or phone for further inquiries. This solicitation forms part of the agency's efforts to procure services aimed at supporting veterans' healthcare needs, reflecting the government's commitment to ensuring quality care for those who have served. Interested parties should refer to the attached solicitation document for detailed information regarding requirements and submission guidelines.
    36C24524Q0757.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking a contractor to provide a Safe Haven housing program for homeless veterans with severe mental illnesses in the Baltimore area. This program is designed to serve hard-to-reach veterans who are unwilling or unable to engage with traditional services. The Safe Haven will offer low-barrier, non-threatening transitional housing, focusing on stabilization and gradual reintegration into supportive services, with a goal of transitioning them to more permanent housing. The contract includes provisions for 24/7 staffing, three meals daily, medication monitoring, and individual case management. It emphasizes a low-demand environment where participation in services is not a condition for stay. The contractor is expected to have prior experience in similar programs, maintain compliance with life/safety codes, and collaborate with VA staff for continuous evaluation and support of the veterans. The contract spans a base year with four optional extensions, catering to a total compensation of up to $19 million, and emphasizes the VA’s commitment to effectively combat homelessness among veterans through comprehensive and compassionate care.
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