Q201--WAYNE COUNTY OUTPATIENT CLINIC INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), Network Contracting Office 04 (NCO4), has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to negotiate on a sole source basis with WAYNE MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS (WMCHC). This negotiation is for primary care clinic services for veterans in Wayne County, PA, to ensure continuity of care. This is not a request for competitive proposals, but interested parties may submit their capabilities by May 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center (WBVAMC) currently receives contracted primary care clinic services for veterans in Wayne County, PA, from WMCHC. WMCHC operates a co-located primary care clinic for veterans within an existing Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The intended short-term contract aims to maintain these services and ensure continuity of care while the VA plans for a long-term procurement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Sole Source for a short-term service contract
- Duration: One-year performance period
- Commencement: August 1, 2026
- Set-Aside: Sole source negotiation with WAYNE MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS (a large not-for-profit business entity)
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published: May 22, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, parties may identify their interest, accompanied by supporting literature, to the Contracting Officer. Responses must be sent via email to Thomas Cossentino at thomas.cossentino@va.gov with "ISS 36C24426Q0633" in the subject line. Telephone responses will not be accepted. The determination of the procurement strategy based on responses is solely at the Contracting Officer's discretion.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 621498 (All Other Outpatient Care Centers)
- Product Service Code: Q201 (Medical Managed Healthcare)
- Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 4 (36C244)