Q999--Notice of Intent - Home Oxygen Services - MONTANA (Ft. Harrison) Interim Contract
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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 (NCO) 19, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract for Home Oxygen Services in Montana (Ft. Harrison) to Northwest Respiratory Services. This interim contract ensures continued service for VISN 19 Veteran beneficiaries while a long-term solution is established. Firms believing they can meet the requirements may submit written notification with supporting evidence by December 5, 2025.
Purpose & Scope
This notice is for an interim requirement to provide essential home oxygen services to VA beneficiaries in Montana. The objective is to bridge the service gap, allowing sufficient time for the award of a new long-term contract, resolution of any potential protests, and a smooth transition period if necessary.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ)
- Period of Performance: One year, estimated from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
- NAICS Code: 532283 (Home Health Equipment Rental) with a $41 Million size standard.
- Product Service Code (PSC): Q999 (Other Medical Services).
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent).
Submission & Evaluation
This is NOT a request for competitive quotes. However, any firm that believes it can fulfill the requirements may submit a written notification. Submissions must include sufficient supporting evidence to demonstrate the ability to perform the requirement for the estimated period. The government retains sole discretion on whether to compete the procurement based on responses. No costs incurred by responding will be reimbursed. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due Date: December 5, 2025, by 10:00 AM Mountain Time.
- Submission Method: Email to danielle.kramer@va.gov.
- Contact: Danielle Kramer, Contracting Officer.
Additional Notes
The statutory authority for this sole source action is FAR 6.302-1 (Only one responsible source). A Justification and Approval (J&A) will be posted. No solicitation documents are available, and telephone requests will not be honored.