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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking replenishment of citation labels for two ongoing clinical trials. The labels are customized and only available from one source (Citation Healthcare Labels LLC). Market research was conducted using various databases and websites, confirming Citation Healthcare Labels LLC as the sole provider. The purchase is justified under FAR ****, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, due to the unique characteristics of the labels and the need to maintain the consistency of research protocols. No other vendor can supply the items to maintain the consistency of research protocols. Purchasing labels from another vendor can skew scientific validity of the trial results and create bias. Clinical researchers expect to continue keeping the trials randomized and any changes to the labels could result in changes to the program resulting in increased costs to the government.

The tender seeks a Director of Religious Education to support the Command Religious Program (CRP) at Naval Subase Kings Bay, GA. The performance period is from October 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, with four possible option years. The DRE will be responsible for various tasks, including leading religious education classes, recruiting volunteers, training teachers, and maintaining program records. The contract requires compliance with various Navy regulations and security protocols, including background checks and access to facilities and computer networks. Responses to the sources sought notice are due by 3:00 PM EDT on Thursday, July 24, 2025. The notice does not obligate the government to award a contract.

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with UNC Qualitative Services for a qualitative study on moral injury. Responses, including supporting evidence, must be submitted in writing by 10 AM EST on July 23, 2025. No telephone requests will be accepted. The government reserves the right to not compete the acquisition based on responses.

This tender seeks a contractor to perform research, development, testing, and evaluation tasks for clothing and textiles used in various military applications, including chemical/biological, ballistic, flame-resistant, and other protective clothing and equipment. The contractor will be responsible for various tasks, including materials research, novel concept design, physical property testing, data package preparation, and workshop support. The period of performance is twelve months from the date of award, with four one-year option terms. The contractor must have specific personnel qualifications and experience in relevant fields. Detailed reporting requirements are outlined, including monthly status reports, final technical reports, and redacted reports. Government-furnished equipment will be provided. Security requirements are also outlined. Additional information includes required personnel qualifications, specific tasks, deliverables, and reporting requirements.