R608--Language Interpreter/Translation Services

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 12 is seeking language interpreter and translation services through a competitive solicitation. This procurement will support medical document translation across multiple service lines, with contractors required to handle translations of medical documents such as visit notes, lab results, and treatment information. The solicitation (36C25225Q0461) requires vendors to be capable of processing translations ranging from 360 to 2,490 words, with a total anticipated volume of 15,000 words annually. Proposals are due by June 2, 2025, and must cover all service lines comprehensively. Contractors will need to support two primary translation timelines: standard requests with a two-week turnaround and urgent requests with a three-day completion window, with an expected ratio of 20 standard to 1 urgent translation request.

The contract is set aside specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and will be performed in Madison, Wisconsin. Acceptable file formats include PDF and Word documents, primarily focusing on medical and administrative documentation. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates a substantial need for comprehensive language services within the Veterans Health Administration. The contract falls under NAICS category 541930 for Translation and Interpretation Services and PSC category R608 for Administrative Support Translation and Interpreting. Potential contractors must demonstrate the ability to handle diverse medical document types and meet stringent turnaround requirements, with the expectation of supporting the Veterans Integrated Service Network 12's communication and documentation needs across multiple languages and specialized medical contexts.