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How to bid on Medical Disability Examinations-Next Generation for Veterans Affairs
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is gathering industry feedback on a draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Medical Disability Examinations—Next Generation (MDE-NG). This effort supports the Veterans Benefits Administration’s Medical Disability Examination Office.
This is an opportunity for vendors in the healthcare sector to understand the VA's future needs for medical disability examinations and to provide input that could shape the final solicitation. Your feedback can help the VA refine its requirements before a formal request for proposals is issued.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on August 04, 2026. The deadline for submitting your feedback is August 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
It is important to note that this is a presolicitation notice only. No formal solicitation or request for proposals has been issued at this time. The deadline is for submitting feedback on the draft PWS, not for submitting a proposal for work.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms in the healthcare category, particularly those with experience in medical examinations, disability assessments, or related services. Companies that can provide medical disability examinations will find this RFI relevant.
It is especially valuable for businesses interested in providing services to the Veterans Benefits Administration and its Medical Disability Examination Office.
How to respond to this RFI
To access the draft PWS and submission instructions, you need to view the original source on the portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need a free account to view the documents, though for some bids, an account is not required. Follow the instructions provided in the attached MDE-NG Presolicitation Notice for submitting your feedback.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI like this, focus on providing clear, concise, and actionable feedback. Highlight your firm's capabilities and how they align with the VA's stated objectives in the draft PWS. Identify any areas where you believe the PWS could be improved for clarity, efficiency, or effectiveness.
Demonstrate your understanding of the challenges and requirements involved in providing medical disability examinations. Your input should show that you are a knowledgeable and capable potential partner for future solicitations. Pay close attention to any specific questions or areas of interest the VA outlines in the RFI documents.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Veterans Affairs, Department of; the original posting controls.