How to bid on Courier Services for Overton Brooks VAMC, Department of Veterans Affairs

What the VA is buying and why it matters

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking courier services for the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Shreveport, Louisiana, and its Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). This is an opportunity to secure an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm-Fixed Price contract.

This solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), making it a targeted opportunity for eligible firms in the professional services category, specifically couriers and express delivery services.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 22, 2026. If you have questions about this opportunity, they must be submitted via email to [email protected] by 4:00 PM Central Standard Time on August 4, 2026. If questions are received, an amendment with all questions and answers will be posted.

Quotes are due by 4:00 PM Central Standard Time on August 12, 2026. All quotes must be submitted in writing via email to [email protected]. Ensure you include the solicitation number 36C25626Q0965 Quote in the subject line of your email.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) that provide courier and express delivery services. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 492110, with a small business size standard of 1,500 employees.

Firms with experience in reliable and timely delivery of documents and packages, particularly within a medical or government context, would be well-suited for this contract.

How to respond to this solicitation

To respond, you must submit your quote via email to [email protected] by the deadline. Your email subject line must include "36C25626Q0965 Quote".

Your quote must include several completed sections to be considered acceptable: Section B- Contract Administration Data (Contractor contact information), Volume 1-Technical, Volume 2-Price, Attachment B- 852.219-75 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION), and Attachment C- Relevant Experience Form.

All quoters must have a current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for an award.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since this procurement will be evaluated based on the Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, ensure your pricing is competitive while still meeting all technical requirements. Your technical volume must clearly demonstrate your ability to perform the required courier services.

Pay close attention to all attachments, especially the "Relevant Experience Form" and the "VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance." Complete these forms accurately and thoroughly. Double-check that your SAM registration is active and up-to-date before submitting your quote.