SAM #SP4705-26-Q-7321

Ad Hoc American Sign Language Interpreting Services for DLA Headquarters and Surrounding Area

This opportunity from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) seeks professional, secure, and on-demand sign language interpreting services to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing employees and tenet customers at DLA Headquarters and locations within a 45-mile radius of Fort Belvoir, Virginia. - Government Buyer: - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) - DCSO-Richmond Division #3 and DLA HQ McNamara Complex Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity - Services Requested: - Ad hoc American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services - Up to 1,353 hours of interpretation support over one year (base requirement) - Potential for up to 5,000 hours per contractor per year for non-specialty services and 1,000 hours for specialty (security clearance) services - Onsite and virtual interpreting, typically requiring 1-2 certified interpreters per assignment - Minimum two-hour billing per assignment - Requirements: - 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541930 (Translation and Interpretation Services) - Interpreters must be highly qualified, certified, and able to translate between English and specified target languages - Adherence to Department of Defense operational security guidelines; may require NDAs and security clearance for specialty assignments - Detailed invoicing and cancellation policies - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract structure - Services primarily delivered at DLA HQC, Fort Belvoir, VA, or within a 45-mile radius

Description

1.0 Requirement Overview

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), on behalf of the Department of War (DoW), has a requirement for professional, secure, and on-demand Ad Hoc Language Interpreting Services.

2.0 Key Contract Parameters

Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Service Contract. Unit of Measurement: Hours Quantity: 1,353 Hours  Period of Performance (PoP): One (1) Year flat from Date of Award. Primary NAICS Code: 541930 – Translation and Interpretation Services (Small Business Size Standard: $22.5 Million). Place of Performance:  Assignments shall be located at DLA HQC, the McNamara Headquarters Complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia or off-post, any location deemed necessary by the government within the specified radius. The commuting area of the ad-hoc interpreters is within a 45-mile radius from the McNamara Headquarters Complex to account for the National Capital Region (NCR).

3.0 Scope of Work Summary

The selected contractor will provide up to 1,353 hours of highly qualified, on-demand language interpretation support over the course of the one-year contract. Interpreters must be capable of dynamically translating verbal communications between English and specified target languages.

The contractor must be capable of providing qualified interpreters (typically 1-2 interpreters per request).  Security & Compliance: All interpreter personnel must adhere to strict Department of Defense operational security (OPSEC) guidelines and may be required to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) prior to performing services.

4.0 Questions & Communications

Vendor Questions Due: All questions or requests for clarification regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing no later than Friday, August 21, 2026, by Close of Business (5:00 PM EDT). Submission Method: Submit all inquiries via email directly to the Contracting Officer: Quotes must be emailed to the Contracting Officer no later than August 28, 2026, by close of business (5:00 PM EDT). Contact: Justin Hoffman, Contracting Officer Email: justin.hoffman@dla.mil

(Note: Government responses to questions will be compiled and posted as an official amendment to this solicitation. Please see attachments).

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