Opportunity
SAM #36C24826Q0863
VISN 8 Prescription Eyeglasses and Optician Fitting Services Bridge Contract
Buyer
VA Network Contracting Office 8
Posted
August 11, 2026
Identifier
36C24826Q0863
NAICS
339115
The Department of Veterans Affairs VISN 8 is awarding a short-term, sole source contract to P.D.S. Consultants Inc. for prescription eyeglass manufacturing and optician fitting services to ensure uninterrupted care for veterans in Florida and Puerto Rico. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs - VISN 8 (Veterans Integrated Service Network 8) - NCO-8 North VISN Team - Awardee: P.D.S. Consultants Inc. (SDVOSB) - Products/Services Requested: - Prescription eyeglasses (dress and safety types) - Quantity: 64,444 units - For veterans at multiple VISN 8 locations - Optician fitting services - Quantity: 64,444 services - Performed by licensed opticians at VA facilities - Estimated Contract Value: $4,994,652.70 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Short-term bridge contract (4 months) to maintain service continuity until a national consolidated acquisition is awarded - Sole source justification due to incumbent's experience and need for uninterrupted service - Services provided at multiple VA Health Care Systems in Florida and Puerto Rico - No specific OEMs or branded products are named; the focus is on prescription eyeglasses and fitting services.
Description
Base Yr Amount: $0 Total Award Amount: $4,994,652.70