Licensed counselors, psychologists, and social workers providing mental health services under VA and DoD programs. Find active federal and state offices of mental health practitioners (except physicians) contracts — AI-scored against your profile across SAM.gov and 200+ portals.
Annual federal spend under NAICS 621330 is estimated at $2-3 billion, driven primarily by VA and DoD behavioral health demands. Contracts are predominantly awarded via IDIQs and BPAs under the VA's Community Care Network and DoD's TRICARE program. Competition is moderate; about 60% of dollars go to small businesses. Demand is fueled by increasing veteran mental health needs and military readiness requirements. SAMHSA grants also fund community-based providers. Contracts are typically structured as FFP or cost-reimbursement, with performance-based metrics for outcomes.
These agencies are the largest buyers of offices of mental health practitioners (except physicians) services and products in the federal government. Each awards contracts under NAICS 621330 regularly — build relationships with their small business offices first.
To win, focus on VA's Patient-Centered Community Care (PC3) and DoD's TRICARE network contracts. The highest-leverage move is obtaining VA Community Care Network credentialing and TRICARE certification. Set-asides are common: 8(a), SDVOSB, and HUBZone for VA; DoD uses SDVOSB and WOSB. Bid on BPAs with multiple awardees to increase chances. Emphasize telehealth capability and cultural competency for military populations.
Most contracts are awarded LPTA or best-value tradeoff. Common vehicles: VA's PC3 and Community Care Network IDIQs, DoD's TRICARE Managed Care Support contracts, GSA Schedule 621330, and 8(a) STARS III for small businesses. Evaluations focus on provider credentials, telehealth capability, and past performance in similar settings.
You need state licensure as a psychologist, clinical social worker, or licensed professional counselor. VA also requires credentialing through VetPro and compliance with VA's standards for community care providers.
Not always. Many VA and DoD contracts are awarded through their own IDIQs and BPAs without a GSA Schedule. However, having a GSA Schedule 621330 can open doors for smaller agencies and simplify procurement.
Awards vary widely: from $50,000 for small task orders to $10 million for multi-year IDIQs. The average for VA PC3 BPAs is around $2-5 million over base plus option years.
Yes, many small businesses serve as subcontractors to large primes like Magellan Health or Optum. Subcontracting is common in TRICARE and VA networks, but ensure you have necessary credentials.
Yes, SDVOSB and VOSB certifications are highly valued by VA. For DoD, being a certified TRICARE provider and having experience with military culture are key differentiators.