DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY ARMED SERVICES BLOOD PROGRAM DONOR INCENTIVES REQUIREMENT
Overview
Buyer
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) Contracting Activity (DHACA) is conducting market research for the Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) Donor Incentives requirement. This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) seeks qualified sources for the design, production, and delivery of branded promotional items for ASBP donor centers both within the United States (CONUS) and overseas (OCONUS). Capability statements are due by June 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for non-personal services to design, produce, and deliver branded promotional items that ensure uniformity and standardization across ASBP donor centers. Products must meet approved DHA and ASBP branding and design standards, be durable, visually consistent, and comply with quality assurance requirements, including color-matching. Required incentive items include:
- T-shirts
- Sweatshirts
- Baseball Caps
- Beanies
- Tumblers
- Journals
- Tote Bags
- Duffel Bags
- Backpacks
Background & Context
The DHA ASBP manages and oversees blood operations, providing blood products and services through ASBP Donor Centers located within Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs). These centers conduct donor recruitment, collection, testing, processing, and distribution. The incentive items are provided to individuals who donate blood and blood by-products, featuring specific DHA-provided logos and/or text. Donor centers are located across various regions, including NCR, Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, San Diego, San Antonio, Guam, Okinawa, and Europe.
Instructions & Response Guidelines
Interested parties must submit a detailed capability statement addressing three sections:
- Administrative Information: Include name, contact details, CAGE code, UEI number, and socio-economic status (if applicable).
- Statements and Questions: Provide feedback on potential risks, suggested improvements to requirements, alternative NAICS codes, ability to support the entire scope (individually or with teaming/subcontracting), and recommended contract vehicles.
- Capability/Approach: Detail capabilities, technical expertise, capacity, and relevant experience in meeting the outlined requirements. Merely re-stating requirements is insufficient.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for market research purposes only.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage).
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.
- Published: May 15, 2026.
Additional Notes
This SSN is for information and planning only and does not constitute an RFP or a promise to issue one. The Government is not seeking proposals and will not pay for any costs incurred in responding. Submissions should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format, with proprietary information clearly marked. Email capability statements to Cherish Young (cherish.d.young2.civ@health.mil) and John Culmer (john.a.culmer.ctr@health.mil).