AD HOC Sign Language Interpreting Services
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- SP4705-26-Q-7321
- Agency
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Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541930 Translation and Interpretation Services
- Place of performance
- Fort Belvoir, Virginia 22060, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Logistics Agency seeks ad-hoc American Sign Language interpreting services on behalf of the Department of War, with proposals due September 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. The procurement is a 100% small business set-aside.
This is a Firm-Fixed-Price service contract under FAR Subpart 12. The requirement comprises two contract line items: CLIN 0001 for 5,000 hours of non-specialty ASL interpreting services and CLIN 0002 for 1,000 hours of specialty ASL interpreting services requiring interpreters to hold a minimum Secret security clearance. The one-year performance period runs from the date of award. Place of performance is DLA Headquarters at the McNamara Headquarters Complex in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and subordinate locations within a 45-mile radius of Fort Belvoir to serve the National Capital Region, with no additional travel charges within that radius.
All interpreters must hold active certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf at NIC level or higher, or from the National Association of the Deaf at Level III or above, and must comply with the RID Code of Professional Conduct. The contractor must respond to 100% of requests and fulfill 99% of assignments with five or more business days' notice; requests with fewer than 48 hours' notice may be refused. Interpreters are subject to Department of Defense operational security guidelines and may be required to sign non-disclosure agreements. The contract carries a minimum billable time of two hours per assignment regardless of duration.
The NAICS code is 541930, Translation and Interpretation Services. Award will be made to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable offeror, with past performance evaluated through CPARS and SPRS records. Quotations are limited to 10 pages plus resumes (three pages each) demonstrating required certifications. Prices must remain firm for 60 calendar days from the receipt deadline.
Notice text
4 versions
Update #4 · Latest ·
Amendment 003:
Amendment is done to update section 2.0.1 and section 6.2.2. Section B is updated to show the correct hours for CLIN 0001 and 0002. See attachments dated 09-16-26. The response for quote is due on September 18th, 2026 at 12:00PM EST.
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Amendment 002:
Amendment is done to post the final PWS, updated Section B, updated RFQ, and post Q&A's. The response for quote is due on September 4th, 2026 at 12:00PM EST.
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Amendment 001:
Ammendment is done to extend the closing date until September 4th, 2026. The response for quote is due at 12:00PM EST. Another ammendment will be posted to include the questions and answers, updated section b, and updated PWS.
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1.0 Requirement Overview
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), on behalf of the Department of War (DoW), has a requirement for professional, secure, and on-demand Ad Hoc Language Interpreting Services.
2.0 Key Contract Parameters
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Service Contract.
- Unit of Measurement: Hours
- Quantity: 1,353 Hours
- Period of Performance (PoP): One (1) Year flat from Date of Award.
- Primary NAICS Code: 541930 – Translation and Interpretation Services (Small Business Size Standard: $22.5 Million).
- Place of Performance:
- Assignments shall be located at DLA HQC, the McNamara Headquarters Complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia or off-post, any location deemed necessary by the government within the specified radius. The commuting area of the ad-hoc interpreters is within a 45-mile radius from the McNamara Headquarters Complex to account for the National Capital Region (NCR).
3.0 Scope of Work Summary
The selected contractor will provide up to 1,353 hours of highly qualified, on-demand language interpretation support over the course of the one-year contract. Interpreters must be capable of dynamically translating verbal communications between English and specified target languages.
- The contractor must be capable of providing qualified interpreters (typically 1-2 interpreters per request).
- Security & Compliance: All interpreter personnel must adhere to strict Department of Defense operational security (OPSEC) guidelines and may be required to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) prior to performing services.
4.0 Questions & Communications
- Vendor Questions Due: All questions or requests for clarification regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing no later than Friday, August 21, 2026, by Close of Business (5:00 PM EDT).
- Submission Method: Submit all inquiries via email directly to the Contracting Officer:
- Quotes must be emailed to the Contracting Officer no later than August 28, 2026, by close of business (5:00 PM EDT).
- Contact: Justin Hoffman, Contracting Officer
- Email: justin.hoffman@dla.mil
(Note: Government responses to questions will be compiled and posted as an official amendment to this solicitation. Please see attachments).
Update #3 ·
Amendment 002:
Amendment is done to post the final PWS, updated Section B, updated RFQ, and post Q&A's. The response for quote is due on September 4th, 2026 at 12:00PM EST.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Amendment 001:
Ammendment is done to extend the closing date until September 4th, 2026. The response for quote is due at 12:00PM EST. Another ammendment will be posted to include the questions and answers, updated section b, and updated PWS.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
1.0 Requirement Overview
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), on behalf of the Department of War (DoW), has a requirement for professional, secure, and on-demand Ad Hoc Language Interpreting Services.
2.0 Key Contract Parameters
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Service Contract.
- Unit of Measurement: Hours
- Quantity: 1,353 Hours
- Period of Performance (PoP): One (1) Year flat from Date of Award.
- Primary NAICS Code: 541930 – Translation and Interpretation Services (Small Business Size Standard: $22.5 Million).
- Place of Performance:
- Assignments shall be located at DLA HQC, the McNamara Headquarters Complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia or off-post, any location deemed necessary by the government within the specified radius. The commuting area of the ad-hoc interpreters is within a 45-mile radius from the McNamara Headquarters Complex to account for the National Capital Region (NCR).
3.0 Scope of Work Summary
The selected contractor will provide up to 1,353 hours of highly qualified, on-demand language interpretation support over the course of the one-year contract. Interpreters must be capable of dynamically translating verbal communications between English and specified target languages.
- The contractor must be capable of providing qualified interpreters (typically 1-2 interpreters per request).
- Security & Compliance: All interpreter personnel must adhere to strict Department of Defense operational security (OPSEC) guidelines and may be required to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) prior to performing services.
4.0 Questions & Communications
- Vendor Questions Due: All questions or requests for clarification regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing no later than Friday, August 21, 2026, by Close of Business (5:00 PM EDT).
- Submission Method: Submit all inquiries via email directly to the Contracting Officer:
- Quotes must be emailed to the Contracting Officer no later than August 28, 2026, by close of business (5:00 PM EDT).
- Contact: Justin Hoffman, Contracting Officer
- Email: justin.hoffman@dla.mil
(Note: Government responses to questions will be compiled and posted as an official amendment to this solicitation. Please see attachments).
Update #2 ·
Amendment 001:
Ammendment is done to extend the closing date until September 4th, 2026. The response for quote is due at 12:00PM EST. Another ammendment will be posted to include the questions and answers, updated section b, and updated PWS.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
1.0 Requirement Overview
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), on behalf of the Department of War (DoW), has a requirement for professional, secure, and on-demand Ad Hoc Language Interpreting Services.
2.0 Key Contract Parameters
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Service Contract.
- Unit of Measurement: Hours
- Quantity: 1,353 Hours
- Period of Performance (PoP): One (1) Year flat from Date of Award.
- Primary NAICS Code: 541930 – Translation and Interpretation Services (Small Business Size Standard: $22.5 Million).
- Place of Performance:
- Assignments shall be located at DLA HQC, the McNamara Headquarters Complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia or off-post, any location deemed necessary by the government within the specified radius. The commuting area of the ad-hoc interpreters is within a 45-mile radius from the McNamara Headquarters Complex to account for the National Capital Region (NCR).
3.0 Scope of Work Summary
The selected contractor will provide up to 1,353 hours of highly qualified, on-demand language interpretation support over the course of the one-year contract. Interpreters must be capable of dynamically translating verbal communications between English and specified target languages.
- The contractor must be capable of providing qualified interpreters (typically 1-2 interpreters per request).
- Security & Compliance: All interpreter personnel must adhere to strict Department of Defense operational security (OPSEC) guidelines and may be required to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) prior to performing services.
4.0 Questions & Communications
- Vendor Questions Due: All questions or requests for clarification regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing no later than Friday, August 21, 2026, by Close of Business (5:00 PM EDT).
- Submission Method: Submit all inquiries via email directly to the Contracting Officer:
- Quotes must be emailed to the Contracting Officer no later than August 28, 2026, by close of business (5:00 PM EDT).
- Contact: Justin Hoffman, Contracting Officer
- Email: justin.hoffman@dla.mil
(Note: Government responses to questions will be compiled and posted as an official amendment to this solicitation. Please see attachments).
Update #1 ·
1.0 Requirement Overview
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), on behalf of the Department of War (DoW), has a requirement for professional, secure, and on-demand Ad Hoc Language Interpreting Services.
2.0 Key Contract Parameters
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Service Contract.
- Unit of Measurement: Hours
- Quantity: 1,353 Hours
- Period of Performance (PoP): One (1) Year flat from Date of Award.
- Primary NAICS Code: 541930 – Translation and Interpretation Services (Small Business Size Standard: $22.5 Million).
- Place of Performance:
- Assignments shall be located at DLA HQC, the McNamara Headquarters Complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia or off-post, any location deemed necessary by the government within the specified radius. The commuting area of the ad-hoc interpreters is within a 45-mile radius from the McNamara Headquarters Complex to account for the National Capital Region (NCR).
3.0 Scope of Work Summary
The selected contractor will provide up to 1,353 hours of highly qualified, on-demand language interpretation support over the course of the one-year contract. Interpreters must be capable of dynamically translating verbal communications between English and specified target languages.
- The contractor must be capable of providing qualified interpreters (typically 1-2 interpreters per request).
- Security & Compliance: All interpreter personnel must adhere to strict Department of Defense operational security (OPSEC) guidelines and may be required to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) prior to performing services.
4.0 Questions & Communications
- Vendor Questions Due: All questions or requests for clarification regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing no later than Friday, August 21, 2026, by Close of Business (5:00 PM EDT).
- Submission Method: Submit all inquiries via email directly to the Contracting Officer:
- Quotes must be emailed to the Contracting Officer no later than August 28, 2026, by close of business (5:00 PM EDT).
- Contact: Justin Hoffman, Contracting Officer
- Email: justin.hoffman@dla.mil
(Note: Government responses to questions will be compiled and posted as an official amendment to this solicitation. Please see attachments).
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 09-16-26 FINAL Section B.pdf | ||
| EEO ASL AD HOC PWS_ 09162026.pdf | ||
| FINAL EEO ASL AD HOC PWS.pdf | ||
| Ammended Section B.pdf | ||
| Q and A Matrix FINAL.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Ammended AD HOC SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETING SOLICITATION.pdf | ||
| AD HOC SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETING SOLICITATION.pdf | ||
| EEO ASL AD HOC PWS.pdf | ||
| Section B.pdf |
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