DE10--Intent to Sole Source - VoiceOver PRO License, Maintenance, and Support at Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital and Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The VA Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to negotiate a sole source contract with GovSmart, Inc. for VoiceOver equipment maintenance and software licensing. This contract will support the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital and the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. The government intends to negotiate a one-year order with four option years. Capability statements from interested firms are due by May 15, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the contractor to provide:
- Maintenance for VoiceOver equipment.
- Current software licenses for VoiceOver products.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, negotiated as a sole source.
- Duration: One base year with four option years.
- Acquisition Strategy: Intent to Sole Source under 41 U.S.C. 4106(c) and FAR 16.505, citing only one responsible source (GovSmart, Inc. as the only authorized provider by Voicebrook).
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time.
- Published: May 11, 2026.
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, firms believing they can meet the requirements must furnish information about their products, services, and customer references. Supporting documentation MUST include confirmation from Voicebrook that the contractor is an authorized government provider. Responses will be evaluated, but the government reserves the discretion not to compete. If no responses are received, the government will proceed with the sole source negotiation with GovSmart, Inc.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 541519 (Other Computer Related Services).
- Product Service Code: DE10 (End User Client Computing Delivered As A Service).
- Submission: Capability statements must be submitted via email only as an MS Word or Adobe PDF attachment to Justin.Lemke@va.gov. Telephonic inquiries will not be accepted.
- Contact: Justin Lemke, Contract Specialist, Justin.Lemke@va.gov.