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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice under solicitation number 36C26125Q0459 to gather information from contractors capable of providing Readjustment Counseling Services for the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System. This notice, aimed at planning purposes, requests detailed capability statements from interested parties, including their socioeconomic status, experience, and project similarities. Responders must answer specific questions related to their business status, previous experience, and approach to subcontracting. The NAICS code applicable to this solicitation is 621330, which pertains to offices of mental health practitioners, with a small business size standard of $9.0 million. Responses are to be submitted via email before the deadline of April 23, 2025, at 1:30 PM Pacific Time. This announcement serves as a preliminary step towards determining procurement strategies and ensuring small businesses can engage with VA contracting opportunities, with all submissions being treated as proprietary and not binding. Contractors are encouraged to register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide their Unique Entity ID for consideration.
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The Readjustment Counseling Service (RCS) in North-East Nevada seeks contractors to provide readjustment counseling for eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and their families through individual, group, and family counseling formats. The service aims to help resolve psychosocial and socioeconomic difficulties related to military trauma and support reintegration into civilian life. Contractors must employ qualified counselors and maintain comprehensive records, including psychosocial assessments and service plans, while adhering to VA privacy and security guidelines.
Performance will be monitored through a structured Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), with regular reporting requirements such as monthly status updates and annual evaluations. Contract terms span from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with options for two additional years contingent on performance quality and participant need.
Counseling services will be provided at standard fee ranges determined through industry consultation, and all contractors must be locally based in North-East Nevada. The contract underscores strict security and compliance measures, including background checks for staff and proper handling of sensitive veteran information. Overall, this initiative reflects the federal government's commitment to supporting veterans through targeted mental health services and comprehensive oversight.