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The following verbiage is hereby added to update PWS section 2. REFERRAL per recent VHA policy change dated October, 23, 2023: Contractors must ensure timely, same-day whenever possible, admissions to... The following verbiage is hereby added to update PWS section 2. REFERRAL per recent VHA policy change dated October, 23, 2023: Contractors must ensure timely, same-day whenever possible, admissions to their program in accordance with VA policy. Program admission is defined as the time from when the referred Veteran is ready to enter transitional housing to the actual placement in an available bed with the goal of same-day admission or no more than 72 hours. If a Veteran is directly admitted to the Contractor s facility prior to engagement by VA homeless program staff, the Homeless Operations Management and Evaluation System (HOMES) assessment Interview must be completed within 14 days of admission, consistent with existing CRS and HOMES policies (HOMES Reporting Policy). VA staff may complete parts of the admission process to expedite admissions. Per VHA Directive 1162.04 CRS, HCHV liaisons must verify Veteran s eligibility for program participation within one business day from admission. In the event, that a Veteran is admitted to an HCHV CRS program but subsequently found to be ineligible, the HCHV CRS liaison must immediately work with the Veteran to secure other placement within available VA or community programs. VA will pay for a maximum of four days from the day of admission to allow the provider and HCHV CRS liaison time to locate and arrange an alternate placement.

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The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2, and the Finger Lakes VA Health Care System intends to issue solicitation number 36C24223R0004 for Low Demand Safe Haven HCHV Ser... The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2, and the Finger Lakes VA Health Care System intends to issue solicitation number 36C24223R0004 for Low Demand Safe Haven HCHV Services for the Canandaigua VAMC. The Canandaigua VA Medical Center, located in New York State, has a need for currently active Low Demand Safe Haven (LDSH) facility services as part of its community-based Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) program. The facility needs to be currently operating in order to be initially inspected by the VA to ensure operations comply with Federal law and regulations and HCHV inspection standards in accordance with VHA Directive 1162.04. The goal of this HCHV program is to target the population of hard-to-reach chronically homeless veterans with mental illness and/or substance use disorder (SUD), when traditional residential treatment programs do not meet a Veteran's needs. The low demand or nonintrusive environment is designed to establish trust and motivate chronically homeless veterans to seek needed treatment services and transitional and/or permanent housing options. The contractor facility must be located within a 15-mile radius of the Canandaigua VAMC. The resultant contract will be a single award, firm fixed price (FP) IDIQ contract for a base period of one (1) year, plus 4 one year option periods. The solicitation will be issued at the Contract Opportunities website (https://www.sam.gov) on/about 7/19/2023. The North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) is 624221 Temporary Shelters with a small Business Size Standard of $12 Million. Contract award will be based upon the best value to the government in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15. This procurement will be an unrestricted solicitation. In order to be considered for award, prospective Offerors are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.1102, offerors must be listed in SAM at the time of offers due and at the time of award. SAM is located at http://www.sam.gov and consolidated the capabilities of CCR/FedReg, ORCA, and EPLS. There is NO cost to use SAM. All SDVOSB offerors must be certified in VetCert at http://www.sba.gov at time of proposal submission in order to be considered and eligible for award as an SDVOSB. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for submission of proposals. No specific response to this pre-solicitation notice is required at this time. No potential offeror listed is maintained. No additional information is available other than what is noted herein. Firms are instructed not to call requesting additional information, and to monitor Contract Opportunities website for the actual posting of the solicitation package.

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Sources Sought Notice THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION nor a request for quotes or proposals. Responses to this sources sought notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions... Sources Sought Notice THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION nor a request for quotes or proposals. Responses to this sources sought notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. This is being issued in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201(e) in order to conduct market research solely for informational and planning purposes. The Government is not obligated to nor will it pay for or reimburse any costs associated with responding to this sources sought request. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 624221 Temporary Shelters, Small Business Size Standard is $12 Million. OVERVIEW: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2, and the Canandaigua VA Medical Center (VAMC) anticipate a requirement for LOW-DEMAND SAFE HAVEN HOUSING SERVICES as part of its community based Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) program. The goal of the HCHV program is to remove homeless Veteran families from the street or habitation unfit for Veterans and place them in community-based, residential environments with sufficient supportive services to meet their needs and ultimately facilitate the improvement of their housing situation. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to obtain interest from Contractors with facilities located within fifteen (15) miles from the Canandaigua VAMC (400 Fort Hill Avenue, Canandaigua, NY 14424) that can provide housing and supportive services to Homeless Veterans in community-based facilities offering a safe and secure environment that supports their goals for recovery from homelessness. It is understood that the Veterans being served through this contract may have been diagnosed with severe mental illness and/or substance use disorders. The Contractor will be required to provide residential and case management services, however, shall not provide clinical or detoxification or other hospital level treatment those services will be provided by the VA at VA facilities. The facility must be able to accommodate both male and female Veterans, ensuring adequate privacy and safety for all. The Contractor shall offer: Room and board to include a bed and other furnishings, such as a dresser, storage (to include at least one lockable drawer), and personal linens (towels, bed sheets, blankets, and pillow.) Mattresses must be in good condition and fully encased with protective covering. Residents must be provided with basic personal hygiene products. Meals shall include at least three (3) nutritionally adequate meals a day, 7 days a week and availability of nutritious snacks between meals and bedtime. Laundry facilities and products shall be available for no additional fees for residents to do their own laundry or to have laundry done. Ability to determine Therapeutic and Rehabilitative Services needed for each individual Veteran referred for treatment as stated in the plan developed by the contractor, with input from the Veteran and the VA HCHV Liaison (or designee). A low-demand environment with a minimum set of rules designed to re-establish trust in the homeless Veteran population and engage the Veteran in needed treatment services. Acceptance of treatment will not be a condition of admission or continued stay; Abstinence from alcohol or drugs will not be a condition of admission or continued stay; and, Infractions of rules should be viewed as opportunities for engagement. Structured group activities such as social recreational/peer support groups, linkage to vocational services/counseling and physical activities as appropriate. Assistance with local transportation to scheduled meetings and appointments related to the recovery plan of the Veteran. Your facility is anticipated to be able to accommodate approximately 400-450 bed days of care anually The Contractor s facility must: Have a current occupancy certificate issued by the local/state government in the jurisdiction where the facility is located; Be in compliance with all standards of State and local safety, health and sanitation codes. Be equipped with operational heating and ventilation systems. Provide separate and secure sleeping and bathroom space for male and female Veterans. Meet the requirements of the applicable residential occupancy chapters of the current version of NFPA 101, National Fire Protection Association's Life Safety Code. Successfully pass an annual inspection conducted by a multidisciplinary VA team consisting of a social worker, dietitian, registered nurse, a representative of the VA Police, and a Facilities Management Safety Officer, and other subject matter experts as determined necessary Responses to this Sources Sought Notice must include the following information: (1) General information about your company including name, address, contact person, phone number, email address, DUNS number, SAM Unique Entity Identifier (ensure SAM indicates NAICS code 624221 if you are interested in the requirement) and company website (if available). How long has your company existed? (2) Type of business such as: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, Veteran Owned Small Business, 8(a) Small Business, HUB Zone Small Business, Women Owned Small Business, Small Business, or Large Business. (3) Does your company currently operate a low-demand safe haven housing program in the Canandaigua, NY catchment area in an established brick and mortar building designated to serve homeless persons?? Please address with yes/no and any necessary additional information to support your capability. If yes, what is the facility s address? Does the facility provide 24/7 staffing? How many clinical and non-clinical staff are present during the day? How many are present during the overnight hours? What types of services are included at this facility? How many beds does the facility currently have? Is there room to expand/add more beds? How many beds for males? How many beds for females? How many Veterans would your facility be willing to accommodate? (4) Describe your company s experience in providing low-demand safe haven housing services in the upstate New York area. (5) Does your company have experience providing low-demand safe haven housing services for the Department of Veterans Affairs? (6) For the purposes of market research, please provide an estimate of what you might charge for a typical per diem rate in the year 2024. Thanking you in advance for your responses. Responses to this market survey should be in writing via email to the Contract Specialist at Cheryl.Whitton@va.gov. No telephone responses will be accepted. Responses must be received by noon on July 31, 2022. The email s subject line should read: Response to Sources Sought Notice Low-Demand Safe Haven Housing 36C242-23-R-0004. No questions will be entertained regarding this sources sought notice.