Q519--New Police Psych Evaluation Contract (VA-26-00061274)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified firms capable of providing Police Psychological Evaluations for VA Police Officers at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, WI. This is not a solicitation, but rather market research to determine the appropriate acquisition method. Responses are due by June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for initial and annual psychological evaluations and testing for VA Police Officers, Detectives, Criminal Investigators, Assistant Chief, and Chief of Police. This includes:
- Pre-employment Psychological Evaluations: Standardized interview and objective psychological testing (e.g., MMPI-2 RF, 16PF®) to assess suitability and stability.
- Periodic or Annual Evaluations: Standardized interview, with psychological testing (e.g., BSI-Brief Summary Inventory, PCL-5 PTSD Checklist) conducted only if concerns arise during the interview or through screening instruments.
- Directed or Special Examinations: For incumbent officers when objective evidence indicates compromised job function, conducted within an occupational health evaluation context.
The purpose is to determine an officer's suitability to perform duties and carry a firearm, especially given encounters with mentally ill or disturbed persons.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 621330 (Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians))
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time
- Published: May 28, 2026
- Place of Performance: William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital, Madison, WI.
Key Information Requested from Firms
Interested firms must submit a capability statement detailing:
- Company experience (years, examples of government/commercial contracts).
- Customer point of contact information for listed contracts.
- Number of employees.
- Ability to provide immediate, 24/7 emergency access and communication.
- Current hours of operation.
- Examples of Quality Control Programs and Procedures.
- SAM UEI and DUNS number.
- Organization Name, Address, and Point of Contact.
- Business size under NAICS 621330 (e.g., small business, Woman-Owned).
- Socio-economic status (SDVOSB/VOSB CVE verification if applicable).
- GSA contract number (if applicable).
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only to gauge market interest and capabilities. It does not constitute a solicitation and does not guarantee a future acquisition.