R608--Contract for UAC Ratification

The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued this pre-solicitation notice regarding a contract ratification for American Sign Language (ASL) services provided in Washington, D.C. This action follows an unauthorized commitment (UAC) made by a member of the Compensation Services staff who requested services for an off-site meeting and leadership learning sessions held on August 30 and 31, 2023. In accordance with Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) 801.602-3, the Head of the Contracting Activity (HCA) reviewed the request and approved government payment for the services already rendered by Purple Communications, Inc.

This requirement is classified under NAICS 541930 for Translation and Interpretation Services and PSC R608 for Support- Administrative: Translation and Interpreting. The government intends to issue a contract directly to Purple Communications, Inc. to facilitate the settlement of the outstanding invoice. As the services have already been performed, this notice is not a solicitation for interest, questions, or capability statements.

The solicitation is identified by number 36C10D26Q0074 and lists Harrison Carter as the point of contact. The notice was published on April 8, 2026, with a response deadline of the same date. One attachment, a document titled 36C10D26Q0074.docx, was included with the publication. All performance associated with this ratification occurred in Washington, D.C.