DG01--Connectivity & Collaboration Services (CCS): Network Engineering, Design, Implementation and Infrastructure Support (NEDIIS) - Recompete (VA-26-00019737)
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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought for the Network Engineering, Design, Implementation and Infrastructure Support (NEDIIS) Recompete. This market research aims to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) capable of providing comprehensive network services. The future solicitation is anticipated to be released in June 2026 under Fair Opportunity on GSA Alliant 3. Responses to this RFI are due by December 1, 2025, at 13:00 Eastern Time.
Purpose
This RFI is for planning purposes only, serving as market research to understand industry capabilities for the NEDIIS Recompete. It does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to acquire services.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves network engineering, design, implementation, and infrastructure support services. Key areas include staffing federal contracts with 150+ FTEs across network engineering, cybersecurity, software engineering, and systems administration in distributed geographic locations; auditing and providing telecom expense support; serving as a proxy between the government and telecom providers; and expertise in non-traditional telecom cost-saving models.
Key Information Requested
Vendors are requested to provide company details (name, address, POC, business size, DUNS, NAICS, socioeconomic data, SBA VetCert verification for VOSB/SDVOSBs), existing contractual vehicles (GWAC, FSS, MAC), a summary of capabilities aligned with the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), and specific examples of relevant experience. Additionally, information on the company's intent and ability to meet the SDVOSB set-aside, available personnel and financial resources, proposed team members, subcontracting plans, and feedback on the draft PWS for software development and production operations support is sought.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC)
- NAICS Code: 541512 (Size Standard: $34 million)
- Future Solicitation Vehicle: GSA Alliant 3 (Fair Opportunity)
- Future Solicitation Estimated Release: June 2026
- Anticipated Contract Type (Future): Firm Fixed Price (FFP) with Cost Reimbursement (CR) for travel
- Anticipated Period of Performance (Future): 12-month base period, four 12-month option periods, plus three optional tasks (total PoP not to exceed 60 months)
- RFI Response Due: December 1, 2025, 13:00 Eastern Time
- Latest Update Published: May 20, 2026
Submission Details
Responses to the RFI are limited to 25 pages and should be emailed to Diana Sesta (diana.sesta@va.gov) and Susan Banasiak (Susan.Banasiak@va.gov). The subject line must include "Network Engineering, Design, Implementation and Infrastructure Support (NEDIIS)". Generic capability statements or marketing materials will not be accepted. Email size is limited to 5 MB. Business-sensitive information should be marked "Proprietary Information".
Important Notes
This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only. No payment will be made for information submitted. The attached PWS details the scope of work, and vendors must address capabilities specific to these services.