U001--NEW- Art Therapy Services | Base + 4 Options

SOL #: 36C26126Q0655Special Notice

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)
MATHER, CA, 95655, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Fine Arts Schools (611610)

PSC

Lectures For Training (U001)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 27, 2026
2
Action Date
May 11, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 (NCO) 21, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a firm-fixed-price contract for Art Instructor Services to the David J. Drakulich Art Foundation. These services will support veteran therapeutic and rehabilitative programs at the Sierra Nevada Health Care System in Reno, NV. This notice is not a Request for Quotes (RFQ); interested parties must submit a statement of capability by May 04, 2026, 10 AM PDT.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for specialized art instruction services tailored to veterans, supporting therapeutic and rehabilitative programs. The services are to be provided at the Sierra Nevada Health Care System, 975 Kirman Avenue, Reno, NV 89502.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (Sole Source Intent)
  • Period of Performance: One (1) Base Year, plus Four (4) One-Year Option Periods.
  • NAICS Code: 611610
  • Product Service Code (PSC): U001 - Lectures For Training
  • Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) - Only one responsible source is capable of providing the services.
  • Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source)
  • Response Due: May 04, 2026, 10 AM PDT
  • Published Date: April 27, 2026

Justification for Sole Source

The David J. Drakulich Art Foundation is considered uniquely qualified due to its specialized experience in therapeutic art programs designed specifically for veterans, its established track record supporting VA facilities, and its ability to furnish qualified art instructors with the necessary background, training, and experience for the veteran population.

Submission Requirements

This is not an RFQ, and no solicitation document is available. Technical questions will not be answered at this time. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement must submit a statement of capability demonstrating clear and convincing evidence of their ability to provide the requested services.

  • Email Responses To: james.postell@va.gov
  • Subject Line: "Notice of Intent Response – Art Instructor Services"
  • Response Deadline: May 04, 2026, 10 AM PDT

Additional Notes

A determination by the Government not to compete this procurement based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.

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James PostellContracting OfficerPRIMARY

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