VA Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert Services

This document is a federal Request for Quotation (RFQ), number 36C24C26Q0022, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert (MRSE) services. The contract covers routine and emergency MRSE services for VA facilities within Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISN) 15 and 23. The requirement is structured with ten line items spanning a one-year base period and four subsequent one-year option periods, running from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031. Under each period, the contractor must provide both routine and emergency services. Routine services carry a mandatory response time of eight hours, while emergency services require a rapid response time of within one hour. The unit of measure for these services is monthly (MO). The remainder of the document consists of standard federal reference tables, detailing standard codes for units of measure (such as Acre, Day, Each, and Month) and a comprehensive list of North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes spanning agricultural, manufacturing, wholesale, retail, and professional service sectors.

This document outlines the Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) clause 852.219-75, which requires contractors to certify compliance with subcontracting limitations under 38 U.S.C. 8127(l)(2). Specifically selected for "Services" in this solicitation, the clause mandates that the contractor will not pay more than 50% of the government-paid contract amount to firms that are not certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). To ensure compliance, the VA may request supporting documentation—such as invoices, subcontracts, or task lists—at any point during or after contract performance. Failure to comply, acting in bad faith, or submitting a false certification can result in severe consequences, including referral to the VA Suspension and Debarment Committee, financial penalties under the Small Business Act, and criminal prosecution. To be eligible for award, the offeror must complete, sign, and submit the formal certificate of compliance with their proposal. Failure to return the completed certification will result in the offer being deemed ineligible for evaluation and award.

This document is a Past Experience Reference Questionnaire (PERQ), identified as Attachment D.4 for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) solicitation RFQ 36C24C26Q0022. Its purpose is to gather past performance evaluations for contractors bidding on a VA contract. The document is divided into instructions and sections for both the bidding contractor and their reference contact. The contractor must complete their general organizational and contract details before sending the form to their reference. The reference contact is instructed to complete the respondent information, rate the contractor's past performance, and return the completed questionnaire directly to VA Contracting Officer Lenny Flagg. The evaluation section includes two primary tables: * **Performance Information (Table 1):** A 1-to-4 rating scale (Unsatisfactory to Very Good) assessing 14 key metrics, including technical personnel quality, management oversight, background check responsiveness, problem-solving initiative, and overall performance. * **Personnel Information (Table 2):** A series of quantitative and qualitative questions regarding staffing metrics, such as positions filled, hiring timelines, resume reviews, employee turnover rates, and history of cure or show cause notices. A dedicated remarks section allows references to provide narrative explanations for negative ratings, personnel issues, or contract compliance concerns.

This federal government document is a facility and location directory for Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISN) 15 and 23, categorized into Group A and Group B. It serves as a reference for federal contracting by mapping specific Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) stations, clinics, and cemeteries to their physical addresses, counties, and corresponding Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determination numbers. Group A covers VISN 15 facilities across Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois, including major medical centers in Columbia, Topeka, Leavenworth, Wichita, St. Louis, Poplar Bluff, and Marion. Group B covers VISN 23 facilities across Iowa and Minnesota, including medical centers, regional benefits offices, national cemeteries, and outpatient clinics in Des Moines, Iowa City, St. Cloud, and Minneapolis. Each location is paired with a specific 2015-series Department of Labor Wage Determination code to ensure labor rate compliance for contracted services at these sites.

This federal solicitation (RFQ 36C24C26Q0022), issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Regional Procurement Office Central, seeks a qualified contractor to provide virtual Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert (MRSE) services. The requirement is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside under NAICS code 541690 (size standard $19 million). The contractor will provide routine and emergency virtual clinical support, consultations, and safety guidance for VA facilities within Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs) 15 and 23 (Midwest Consortium). Key responsibilities include advising on the MR-safe imaging of implanted devices, assisting with quality assurance programs, developing MRI protocols, and assisting with the planning and acceptance of new MR equipment. The contract structure consists of a one-year base period (beginning October 1, 2026) and four one-year option periods. Personnel must hold certifications from a recognized national agency, such as the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS), and possess at least three years of MRSE experience. Services must be available 24/7/365, with required response times of eight hours for routine inquiries and one hour for emergency situations. No government-furnished equipment will be provided, and the contractor must adhere to strict federal records management, security, and privacy standards. Questions are due by September 16, 2026, and offers are due by September 21, 2026.

This presolicitation notice (Solicitation Number: 36C24C26Q0022) announces that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Midwest Consortium (MIDCON), plans to procure virtual Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert (MRSE) coverage. The selected contractor will provide virtual support, guidance, and assistance for MRSE needs across participating VA sites in Veterans Integrated Services Networks (VISN) 15 and 23. The requirement is 100% set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under NAICS code 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), which has a $19 million size standard. The VA intends to award a single, firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a performance period consisting of five one-year ordering periods. To be eligible for the award, vendors must be active in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a Unique Entity ID and completed electronic representations and certifications. Solicitation documents are scheduled to be released on or about September 11, 2026, on the SAM.gov website, with responses tentatively due by September 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. All administrative and contractual inquiries should be directed to Contracting Officer Lenny L. Flagg.