Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a pre‑solicitation Request for Information (RFI) to gauge market interest and capabilities for a national Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) that will provide comprehensive legal assistance, alternate dispute resolution (ADR), court reporting, transcription, translation, real‑time captioning, and related training services across VA facilities. The BPA will be set‑aside for Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Businesses and may be ordered on a Firm‑Fixed‑Price or Labor‑Hour basis, with a 12‑month base period and up to four optional 12‑month extensions. Interested firms must submit a 10‑page capability statement by the deadline.
• Scope includes ADR services, court and hearing support (reporting, transcription, CART, remote video), full‑service legal support (case development, litigation, expert witness, case management), and training for VA attorneys and mediators.
• Orders will be placed at the individual task‑area level, specifying performance periods, travel, and staffing; the BPA aims to ensure rapid, nationwide response (24‑48 hr turnaround) and consistent pricing.
• Respondents must be SDVOSBs, provide required certifications (e.g., court reporter licensure), and detail their ability to staff, price, and deliver services on short notice.