Bid guide
How to bid on Radiation Oncology Physician Services for the VA
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs needs onsite radiation oncology physician services for the Baltimore VA Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. This is an opportunity for healthcare providers to support veteran care by furnishing qualified physicians.
The contract is structured as a fixed-price indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) agreement. It includes one base period and four one-year ordering periods. The estimated annual hours for these services range from 1,560 to 2,080 hours.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Late submissions are generally not accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for healthcare firms that can provide American Board of Radiology (ABR) certified physicians specializing in Radiation Oncology.
Physicians must have at least five years of documented post-residency experience, with at least three years of continuous work experience within the last five years. Specific experience is required with Varian Linear Accelerators (Edge or equivalent), Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam CT, Eclipse treatment planning system, and ARIA record & verify system. Experience with Siemens SOMATOM go.Open Pro CT Simulator and VA CPRS Computerized Patient Record System is also relevant.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and prepare your response, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. Click the “View original source” link provided to navigate to the opportunity.
If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all requirements outlined in the solicitation, paying close attention to the specific physician qualifications and experience levels. Ensure your proposed personnel meet or exceed these criteria and that you can provide documentation verifying their certifications and experience.
Since this is a fixed-price IDIQ contract, clearly define your proposed pricing structure for the services. Highlight your firm's relevant experience in providing similar services to government agencies or large healthcare systems. Emphasize your ability to maintain continuous service and adapt to the VA's operational needs.
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.