36C25625Q0245 tele-radiology physician services

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 16, is seeking tele-radiology physician services for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. The contract will require board-certified radiologists to perform off-site interpretations of general radiologic procedures, computed tomography scans, and CT abdomen/pelvis scans with strict performance standards. Contractors must provide STAT/emergent readings within 60 minutes and routine readings within 48 hours of image receipt, maintain secure DICOM-compliant systems, and ensure 24/7 coverage including federal holidays. The government will use a Best Value Comparative Evaluation approach under FAR Part 13 to select the contractor, with emphasis on technical capabilities, responsiveness, and compliance with medical standards. Interested contractors must submit detailed capability statements by December 11, 2024, at 4:00 PM CST, with specific business information including DUNS number, NAICS code, and socioeconomic status.

The procurement is not specifically set aside for any particular socioeconomic category, though small businesses are eligible under NAICS code 621512 with a $30 million size standard. The anticipated contract will be a single-award, fixed-price agreement with a five-year performance period, potentially commencing around January 2025. All participating contractors must be licensed in their respective states, qualified for Medicare/Medicaid, and registered in SAM.gov. Radiologists must be board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology with current unrestricted licenses and demonstrate ability to meet 98% compliance with performance timeliness standards. The service must adhere to American College of Radiology and Joint Commission standards, with requirements for maintaining patient privacy, conducting quarterly peer reviews, and participating in ongoing quality assurance activities.