SAM #36C10X26Q0099

Draft Solicitation: Transition Assistance Program Support Services for Department of Veterans Affairs

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking industry feedback on a draft solicitation for comprehensive support services for its Transition Assistance Program (TAP), which aids Service members transitioning to civilian life. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Strategic Acquisition Center - Frederick (SAC Frederick), Veterans Benefits Administration, Office of Military to Civilian Readiness - Scope of Services Requested: - Program management and administration, including project planning, staffing, training, curriculum development, and quality control - Onsite and virtual support by qualified Benefits Advisors at over 300 CONUS and OCONUS military installations, providing VA Benefits and Services briefings, one-on-one counseling, Capstone support, and pre-separation counseling - Curriculum development and delivery for TAP, including VA Benefits and Services, Women's Health Transition Training, Military Life Cycle modules, and refresher training - Specialized support for Reserve and National Guard components, including Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program events - Strategic action planning, interagency coordination, data analysis, and program evaluation - Delivery of comprehensive VA Benefits and Services courses covering health care, education, disability compensation, career readiness, housing, and community resources - Notable Requirements: - Support for approximately 200,000 transitioning Service members annually - Performance-based service delivery with quarterly quality assurance and defined performance standards - Extensive security and compliance requirements for all personnel - Coordination with multiple federal agencies (DoD, DOL, ED, USCG, SBA, OPM) and delivery at a wide range of federal and military facilities - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation or attachments - Products/Part Numbers/Quantities: - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are listed; the procurement is for professional services and program support - Period of Performance: - 1-year base period with four 12-month option periods (up to 5 years total), plus a possible 6-month extension - Key Locations: - SAC Frederick, MD (contracting office) - VBA Central Office, Washington, DC - VA Regional Offices, Medical Centers, Community-Based Outpatient Clinics, and Vet Centers nationwide - Over 300 CONUS and OCONUS military installations - American Job Centers and other federal facilities supporting TAP

Description

This is a DRAFT solicitation for industry questions and comments for the Department of Veterans Affairs Transition Assistance Program. 

The formal Solicitation will be issued on GSA. This draft Solicitation is for questions and comments only. No offers will be accepted in response to this draft solicitation. 

Questions and Comments are due to Rebecca.Ubert@va.gov and Roxana.Cepeda@va.gov on 15 MAY 2026 at 4pm EST.

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