Case Study: SAMHSA

Every five years, SAMHSA issues a call for a contracting vehicle called an IDIQ, meaning Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity. SAMHSA typically chooses several domains, or general areas of contracting such as technical assistance or pilot projects, that are eligible for an IDIQ. This is used when the government cannot predetermine the precise amount of services it wants to order in a specific domain for a period of time. An IDIQ is not a contract but a contract vehicle. During the five-year period, SAMHSA will issue task orders in those domains that only the current IDIQ awardees can bid on. Essentially, if we are awarded an IDIQ, we have an opportunity to compete for projects as a team, with national and affiliates working together. We
We are looking to coordinate this effort and draw on the strength of our affiliates to secure a network-wide federal contracting vehicle. Our affiliate network is expansive and innovative, and this seems like a great fit. We are looking for affiliates that are interested in joining us as subcontractors and team members. As a note, this will involve initial significant effort for approximately 30 days after the official IDIQ announcement. The nature and scope of work for the next five years varies and is contingent on the domain and the specific request for task order proposal. If your affiliate is interested in participating, please let us know. This will help us identify our network capacity to undertake this project and future contracts. I have attached the description of Domain I for your perusal. This proposal will be open to all affiliates. However, affiliates may need to meet basic standards for receiving federal dollars, including registration in certain systems and compliance with local and federal laws. We’ll have more details in the coming days or weeks. Please let me know if you have any