G004--Sober Living Environment (SLE) Substance Use Disorder Services for Veterans in Lodi, California for Veterans Affairs Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS).

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21 is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential vendors capable of providing Sober Living Environment (SLE) services for Veterans with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) in Lodi, California, supporting the VA Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS). This is a market research effort, not a solicitation, intended to assist acquisition planning. The contractor is expected to operate a California-licensed residential facility offering a clean, safe, substance-free environment that supports Veterans’ recovery through case management, peer support, structured group activities, medication management, and coordination with VA Intensive Outpatient Programs. The performance period is projected to start around September 1, 2026, for a base year plus four option years, totaling five years. Responses are due by May 12, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the contracting officer. Key operational standards emphasize compliance with California licensing, adherence to fire safety codes (NFPA 101 and 10), infection control, ADA accessibility, and robust quality assurance overseen by multiple VA officials including the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The government will conduct on-site inspections and apply detailed performance factors focused on facility safety, quality of care, effective case management, nutrition, and staff professionalism. The contract includes special requirements such as key personnel approval, strict security training and incident reporting related to VA information systems, and comprehensive regulatory compliance. Although no formal FAR clauses or attachments are explicitly listed, the arrangement imposes stringent operational, security, and reporting obligations, with the government retaining discretion to exercise up to five option years based on performance and funding. This synopsis does not establish a commitment or guarantee of award but serves to inform forthcoming acquisition decisions.