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RFP released for new community care contracts
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released a request for proposals (RFP) for new community care contracts on December 15, 2025. These contracts aim to enhance health care choice and quality for Veterans over the next decade. The RFP outlines plans for multiple national and regional health plans to compete, ensuring Veterans receive care tailored to their needs. Additionally, the contracts will require adherence to industry standards of care and provide VA with improved data and technology for real-time management of Veterans' care. (news.va.gov)