VA Puget Sound-American Lake WA Child Care Services Requirement

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a small‑business contractor to provide hourly, drop‑in child‑care services at the VA Puget Sound‑American Lake facility in Washington. The contract is a five‑year firm‑fixed‑price award (one base year plus four one‑year options) and will require staffing of at least four personnel per site (two child‑care attendants, one clerk, and one program manager) to serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years (up to 18 for special‑needs). Services must align with outpatient clinic hours, be limited to three hours per visit, and comply with all state and federal child‑care regulations. • Provide hourly drop‑in child‑care (max 3 hrs per child) for veterans’ children during clinic hours (8:00 am–4:30 pm, Mon‑Fri). • Minimum staffing per site: 2 attendants, 1 clerk, 1 program manager; at least one attendant must have special‑needs experience. • Contract period: 10/01/2026 – 09/30/2031 (5 years). • Small‑business set‑aside; NAICS 624410; estimated total contract value in the low‑millions. • Deliverables include a kickoff meeting, monthly usage reports, and ongoing staffing/administrative support. • Contractor must hold a valid state child‑care license and meet all background‑check and health requirements.