R420--Fort Meade VA Healthcare System CCNA Accreditation Site Visit Intent to Sole Source Notice

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, issued this sources sought notice regarding a proposed sole source contract with the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The requirement covers a Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation site visit for the Fort Meade VA Healthcare System. This procurement is classified under NAICS 813920 for Professional Organizations and PSC R420 for Support- Professional: Certifications and Accreditations (Other than Educ or Info Tech C&A). The notice is issued under the Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside designation.

The agency intends to award the contract based on the rationale that only one responsible source can satisfy the specific accreditation requirements. While this is not a request for competitive quotes, interested parties may submit a capabilities statement by May 8, 2026, at 16:00 MT to demonstrate their ability to provide these services. The government maintains sole discretion in determining whether to compete the proposed contract based on responses received. If no viable responses are identified by the deadline, the Department of Veterans Affairs will proceed with negotiations solely with the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

The primary point of contact for solicitation number 36C26326Q0630 is Contract Specialist Scott Jensen. Supporting documentation includes one attachment titled 36C26326Q0630.docx, which was published alongside the notice on April 28, 2026. All communications regarding this intent to sole source must be submitted in writing, as verbal responses and phone calls will not be accepted.