Amendment 0001 -Questions Answers 36C26224Q0768.pdf
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This document is an Amendment with Questions and Answers related to a Request for Quote (RFQ) for VA Police Psychological Evaluations, Solicitation Number 36C26224Q0768. The VA requires all current and new VA Police Officers to undergo initial and annual psychological evaluations to determine their suitability to carry firearms. The scope of work includes providing these pre-employment and annual evaluations, with specific assessment tools and reporting requirements. The RFQ is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) set-aside with a performance period of one base year plus four one-year options. Pricing is requested for initial assessments of new officers, annual assessments of incumbent officers, and optional re-testing. The award will be made to the quote most advantageous to the Government based on price and other factors. Questions and answers address requirements such as contractor qualifications, place of performance, virtual evaluations, and re-testing.
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VA Police Psychological Evaluations Questions and Answers to RFQ 36C26224Q0768
1. SOW says page 13 item 8. Contractor Qualification "Contractor must have experience performing police psychological evaluations." Is this a firm requirement for the licensed Psychologist to have?
YES, experience required.
2. Contractor has current working relationship with VHA/VBA performing comp and pension evaluations as a subcontractor. Is this a conflict of interest?
No. No conflict unless the Service engaged them in anyway regarding the Solicitation or Statement of Work development.
3. Is the place of performance "The Contractor's office (20-mile radius from the Medical Center’s physical address), Microsoft Teams, and/or at the facility listed below" 20 mile radius As the Crow Flies - The direct distance between points or miles driven?
A 20 mile radius is a requested in case officers need to drive to the office for their evaluation. It will be the miles driven to the contractors office.
4. Does line item Re-Testing (if applicable) have to be provided by a different Psychologist than the initial evaluation?
The re-testing by another psychologist is preferred but can be waived by the police officer being tested.
5. Can VA Police Psychological Evaluations be done virtually? Yes.
6. Can this work be 100% remote/telework, or does it need to be hybrid with some in office time?
At least the initial exam should be in office time. After that, remote/telework is fine.
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