Bid guide
How to bid on Radiation Oncology Quality Surveillance (VHA-ROQS) for the VA
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veteran Health Administration (VHA), is looking for contractor support to maintain and improve its Radiation Oncology Quality Surveillance (VHA ROQS) Program. This program monitors and enhances radiotherapy quality across all VHA radiation oncology practices nationwide.
The selected contractor will be responsible for evaluating, updating, and maintaining evidence-based clinical quality measures (CQMs). This includes updating existing measures, developing new ones, and ensuring their applicability across all 41 VHA radiation oncology services. This work is important for ensuring high standards of care for veterans receiving radiation oncology treatments.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on July 15, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. This RFI is for market research purposes, meaning the VA is gathering information from potential vendors to help shape the final solicitation.
The actual solicitation is expected to be posted on SAM.gov around July 30, 2026. At the RFI deadline, the VA will review all submitted information to determine the best approach for the full solicitation, including whether it will be set aside for small businesses.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in healthcare quality management, specifically within radiation oncology. Vendors should have experience with clinical quality measures, evidence-based practice, and convening Subject Matter Expert (SME) panels.
The work involves evaluating and revising measure sets, developing scoring logic, and validating decision trees for clinical data. Firms with a strong background in healthcare data analysis and quality improvement initiatives will be well-suited.
How to respond to this RFI
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All future updates, questions and answers, and amendments related to this opportunity will be posted exclusively on SAM.gov. No telephone inquiries will be accepted; direct all communication through the official channels on SAM.gov.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI, focus on demonstrating your firm's capabilities and relevant experience. Clearly articulate how your expertise aligns with the VA's need to sustain and enhance their Radiation Oncology Quality Surveillance Program. Highlight any specific experience with clinical quality measures, especially in oncology.
Provide concrete examples of past projects where you have evaluated, updated, or maintained evidence-based clinical quality measures. Detail your approach to convening and utilizing Subject Matter Expert panels. Emphasize your ability to develop and validate scoring logic and decision trees, ensuring applicability across multiple sites. A strong RFI response can influence the VA's decision on the final solicitation's structure and requirements.
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.
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