RFI --wsnc IDIQ-clinical document improvement and coding training

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 20 is conducting market research to identify contractors capable of providing Clinical Documentation Improvement and Coding Training services for the Western States Network Consortium, which encompasses Veterans Integrated Service Networks 17, 19, 20, 21, and 22 across multiple western states and territories including Texas, California, Oregon, Washington, Montana, and Hawaii. The procurement seeks comprehensive training programs for clinical documentation specialists, coders, providers, and physician champions to improve medical record coding accuracy and documentation completeness in VA medical facilities. Contractors must demonstrate capability to perform the requirements, provide pricing schedules, and identify which locations they can service within the specified catchment area. Trainers must be certified by the American Health Information Management Association with at least five years of experience and deliver training through multiple modalities including in-person classroom sessions, virtual training, and one-on-one support. Interested parties must submit capabilities statements to Robin Wilson at robin.wilson3@va.gov by 10:00 AM PST on September 18, 2025, including business details, SAM Unique Identifier Number, and affirmation of capability.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations and no current contractors or incumbents are identified in the documentation. The contract structure is designed as a five-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity arrangement with a total price ceiling of $13.5 million and individual task orders not exceeding $1.2 million each. Key performance objectives include achieving a minimum 15 percent improvement in coding accuracy post-training and providing accredited Continuing Education Units to participants. The training will focus on ICD-10 coding guidelines, documentation clarification processes, and healthcare documentation integrity across various medical specialties within the VA system. The NAICS code is 611710 for Educational Support Services with PSC code Q601 for Medical Coding and Auditing, and vendors must be capable of servicing a significant portion of the extensive geographical area covered by the five Veterans Integrated Service Networks.