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U008--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Implementation Science Training

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36C26127Q0096Federal

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The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 21, intends to award a sole source contract to the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) for Implementation Science Support and Training services benefiting the San Francisco VA Health Care System. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 36C26127Q0096, falls under NAICS code 611310 and Product Service Code U800. The scope of work is divided into two primary categories: personnel support for quality improvement projects and course enrollment funding for VA trainees. Specific activities include statistical analysis, database management, programming, the implementation and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives, and workforce education and training. The proposed period of performance is scheduled from January 20, 2027, through January 19, 2028, and will include five ordering periods. As this is a notice of intent to sole source under FAR 6.103-1, no formal solicitation will be issued. Interested parties wishing to demonstrate their capability to provide these services must submit clear and convincing evidence of their ability to meet the requirements via email to Lydia Anderson by 10:00 AM PST on October 22, 2026. The government maintains sole discretion over whether to compete the requirement, and telephone inquiries are strictly prohibited.

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VA intends to sole source implementation science support and training to UCSF.

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611310 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

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CA

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Notice of Intent to Sole Source Implementation Science Training (36C26127Q0096)

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)
Contacts1 person available
OfficeMATHER, CA, 95655, USA
Office AddressMATHER, CA, 95655, USA
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Lydia AndersonContract Specialist

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This is an intent to sole source award notice. The Government intends to issue a sole source award to University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) per Revolutionary Far Overhaul 6.103-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This announcement constitutes the only notice of intent to sole source and synopsis of proposed action. No solicitation will be issued. The Department of Veterans Affairs, VHA, Network Contracting Officer (NCO) 21 intends to award a sole source contract to UCSF for Implementation Science Support and Training services for the Veterans Affairs San Francisco VA Health Care System. This contract provides for two distinct categories of service: personnel support for VA quality improvement projects, and course enrollment funding for VA trainees. The contract includes statistical analysis, database management, programming, implementation and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives, workforce education, training, and related activities. The proposed contract will start 1/20/2027 through 1/19/2028 and include 5 ordering periods. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 611310 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools and Product of Service Code for this requirement is U800. THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS OR QUOTATIONS. A SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE POSTED. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by 10:00 AM PST October 22nd, 2026, via email to Lydia.anderson@va.gov. No telephone calls will be accepted or entertained. No exceptions. All responses must be received by the closing date specified herein. Late submissions will not be considered by the Government. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that the responding company can provide the same services by the required date. However, a determination by the Government to not compete is solely within the discretion of the Government.

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