Q402--Award Notice: 7th Avenue Center LLC CNH Locked Mental Health POP: 07/30/25 - 07/29/26

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 21, has issued a sole source award to 7th Avenue Center LLC for locked mental health services. This Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract supports the VA Palo Alto Health Care System by providing specialized care for veterans with severe psychiatric needs at a facility located in Santa Cruz, California. The procurement ensures the continuity of care for four veterans currently residing at the center, where clinical requirements necessitate a secure environment that cannot be disrupted without jeopardizing patient well-being.

The award is classified under NAICS code 623110 for Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities) and PSC Q402 for Medical- Nursing Home Care Contracts. The contract has a performance period running from July 30, 2025, to July 29, 2026, with a total ceiling not to exceed $749,999. This sole source action was justified under FAR 6.302-1, as the 7th Avenue Center is identified as the only regional facility capable of meeting the specific clinical and geographic requirements of the VA Palo Alto Health Care System.

Published on August 6, 2025, under solicitation number 36C26125Q0715, this award notice includes one attachment related to contract 36C26125D0046. The primary point of contact for this action is Rachael Becker. The acquisition complies with Department of Veterans Affairs policies governing Community Nursing Home placements to maintain essential services without interruption.