Q522--Sole Source Teleradiology Contract

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 16, has awarded a sole-source, firm fixed price teleradiology contract to VetMed Group LLC for a 12-month period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, to maintain uninterrupted radiology interpretation services across Veterans Integrated Service Network 16. This interim acquisition, justified under FAR 12.102(a) and FAR 6.302-1, is not subject to competitive bidding due to time constraints and the necessity of preserving critical patient care continuity while preparing for a future long-term procurement. The contractor, identified as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business with a Unique Entity ID of Z7NABFAK25Y7, will provide 24/7 off-site interpretation of stat and emergent radiology films using existing VA network infrastructure and personnel who are already credentialed and cleared for VA systems. The contract value is set at $4,418,815.00 under the Product Service Code Q522 and NAICS code 621512, with no option periods or incremental quantities specified. Performance is entirely virtual, with no physical delivery or FOB terms applicable, and services are rendered remotely to VA medical centers within VISN 16. The contracting officer, Thomas Kovarovic, and contract specialist Albert Kelly at the Houston, Texas office oversee administration, while no designated COR or COTR has been assigned. Key requirements include strict adherence to VA cybersecurity protocols, retention of incumbent physicians with active network access, and compliance with all applicable VA policies and federal statutes, including 38 U.S.C. § 8153 and 41 U.S.C. § 1901. Acceptance of services is determined by the government through ongoing performance monitoring and verification of service levels, with no formal inspection criteria or packaging specifications outlined. The contract serves as a bridge to a future 100% SDVOSB set-aside procurement, underscoring the VA’s commitment to both continuity of care and support for veteran-owned businesses.