R422--West Haven Veteran Survey.

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 1 has published a Special Notice regarding their intent to award a sole source contract for epidemiologic study services at the VA West Haven Healthcare System in Connecticut. This notice, identified as R422--West Haven Veteran Survey, falls under NAICS code 541910 (Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling) and PSC code R422 (Support-Professional: Market Research/Public Opinion). The agency posted this notice on August 11, 2025, clarifying that this is not a solicitation but rather a notification of their intention to negotiate with a single source contractor. The procurement authority cited is FAR 13.106-1(b), which allows for soliciting from a single source. Interested parties are directed to contact the Contracting Specialist Philip Silva via email at Philip.silva1@va.gov for any inquiries regarding this procurement.

The primary purpose of this Special Notice is to inform the contracting community of the VA's intent to conduct a sole source procurement for specialized epidemiologic study services, specifically designed to support veteran-related research at the West Haven facility. Potential contractors have until August 18, 2025, to express their interest or submit any responses to this notice. While no specific set-aside designation is applied to this opportunity, the Contracting Officer retains full discretion to determine whether to proceed with a competitive procurement based on any responses received from the market. The notice emphasizes that interested parties should reach out directly to the designated contracting specialist to discuss their capabilities and potential participation. The procurement appears to be part of ongoing efforts to conduct research and analysis related to veteran populations served by the West Haven Healthcare System. The attached government file (36C24125Q0756.docx) likely contains additional technical requirements and specifications for the intended epidemiologic study services.