G002--Sources Sought Notice | Muslim Chaplaincy Engagement | 630
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
36C24226Q0473
NAICS
813110 - Religious Organizations
Classification Code
G002
Additional Details
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The Department of Veterans Affairs New York Harbor Healthcare System (VA NYHHS) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified firms capable of providing Sunni Muslim chaplaincy services for Muslim Veterans who specifically request faith-based spiritual care. This notice, posted under procurement identifier 36C24226Q0473, is a Request for Information (RFI) only and does not constitute a solicitation or a request for formal proposals or quotes. The intent is to assess industry interest and capabilities prior to any potential solicitation.
The scope of this requirement encompasses the provision of both telephone triage and in-person spiritual care visits, with an estimated commitment of approximately 4 to 4.5 hours per week. Services are to include direct patient counseling and the necessary documentation associated with spiritual care. The engagement is anticipated to cover a base year with four (4) additional option years, ensuring continuity and consistency of care for the Veteran population served.
Performance locations include three VA facilities within New York City:
- Margaret Cochran Corbin VA Campus in Manhattan (423 East 23rd Street, New York, NY 10010-5011)
- Brooklyn VA Medical Center (800 Poly Place, Brooklyn, NY 11209-7104)
- St. Albans VA Medical Center (St. Albans Community Living Center, 179-00 Linden Boulevard, Queens, NY 11424-1468)
The procurement is classified under NAICS Code 813110 (Religious Organizations), reflecting the specialized nature of the services sought. The Product Service Code is G002, further specifying the requirement for chaplaincy engagement.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit a written capabilities statement demonstrating their ability to fulfill the requirements outlined. Responses must be directed to Contracting Specialist Zach Whiting at [email protected] by 6:00am EST on Monday, March 30, 2026. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. This notice is managed by the 242-Network Contract Office 02 (36C242), a federal office within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
It is important to note that this is a market research effort and does not obligate the government to award a contract. No set-aside requirements or special considerations are specified at this stage. Contractors should focus on their capacity to provide consistent, high-quality Sunni Muslim chaplaincy services across the designated VA facilities in New York, NY, over the potential five-year period.
For further details and to access the official notice, interested vendors may refer to the SAM.gov opportunity at: https://sam.gov/opp/5b66ed5e4567491ea54193dfa867d080/view.
Primary Contact:
Zach Whiting
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (716) 862-7461 ext 24620
This opportunity is ideal for organizations with experience in religious and spiritual care services, particularly those with a demonstrated ability to serve the unique needs of Muslim Veterans within a healthcare setting.