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How to bid on Online Wellness Classes for the Department of Veterans Affairs
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking online wellness and fitness classes. This opportunity, under RFQ 36C24426Q0880, is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services. It is set aside exclusively for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB).
The anticipated performance period for this contract is November 7, 2026, through November 6, 2031. This is a chance for eligible businesses to provide valuable services to veterans over a multi-year period.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The original solicitation was published on September 9, 2026. The deadline for submitting your quote is September 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. An amendment has been posted to extend the closing date, but the revised date is not provided here. You should check the solicitation for the updated deadline.
All questions regarding this solicitation must be received by September 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. Questions should be sent in writing via email only to [email protected]. Questions received after this deadline will be addressed at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Responses to questions will be posted via an amendment.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 713940, Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers, with a small business size standard of $17.5 million.
Firms specializing in online fitness and recreational sports services, and that meet the SDVOSB criteria, are well-suited for this solicitation.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation and documents, you will need to click the "View original source" link on the portal. 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 on the portal to view the documents, though this is not always required.
Complete instructions for submitting a response are found in the solicitation document 36C24426Q0880. Pay close attention to the specific quote submission instructions. All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to receive an award.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Since an award will be based on initial responses, it is highly encouraged to provide all requested information and to submit your best and most competitive firm-fixed-price quote for all line items from the outset. Do not assume there will be opportunities for negotiation.
Ensure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date. Verify that your business qualifies as an SDVOSB. Carefully review all provisions and clauses incorporated by reference, which can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Also, be aware of applicable wage determinations, which can be found at www.wdol.gov, as you are responsible for complying with them based on your place of performance.
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.