Background Investigation and Credentialing Services

The contract requires the administration of Tier 1 background investigations for all personnel, encompassing the full lifecycle of e-QIP or Standard Form 18-04 packet processing, including accurate completion, submission through the VHA Service Center, and diligent tracking of adjudication status. This work is critical to ensuring timely and compliant credentialing for personnel serving under the Department of Veterans Affairs, with all activities centered around meeting federal security and suitability standards. The contractor must maintain rigorous documentation and communication protocols to support seamless coordination between applicants, government systems, and adjudication authorities. The services are being procured as a subcontract under the 262-NETWORK Contract Office 22 with a North American Industry Classification System code of 541611, indicating administrative management and management consulting services. Performance is required at the Tucson, Arizona location with a postal code of 85723. The solicitation was posted on July 7, 2026, and responses are due by July 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. There is no specified set-aside designation, and the contract is open to eligible subcontractors seeking to support federal security operations within the Veterans Affairs ecosystem.