5670--REPLACING 2 BARRIER RESISTANT DOORS FOR MENTAL HEALKTH PATIENTS ROOMS
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 6, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified businesses capable of providing and installing two (2) replacement Acrovyn Barrier Resistant Doors for mental health patient rooms at the Fayetteville VAMC in Fayetteville, NC. This effort aims to determine the availability of vendors for a future acquisition strategy. Responses are due by May 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be required to furnish labor, parts, supplies, and equipment necessary to provide and install the new barrier-resistant doors. Key requirements for these doors, designed for behavioral health settings, include:
- Ligature Resistance: All hardware (handles, hinges, closures) must minimize ligature points.
- Anti-Barricade/Access: Features like double-swing hinges or emergency release stops to allow outward swing.
- Safety Features: Use of concealed or continuous gear hinges.
- Monitoring & Security: Inclusion of door-top sensors for self-harm alerts.
- Door Types: Options such as "door within a door" (wicket) for emergency access.
- Material: High-strength materials, typically fully welded, hollow metal steel frames.
- Dimensions: Estimated existing door dimensions are Width: 43-1/2”, Height: 83-1/4”, Thickness: 1-3/4”. A mandatory site visit is required to fully understand the scope.
Compliance and Standards
Doors must comply with numerous standards, including:
- NFPA 101-2012: Door-locking arrangements in psychiatric units.
- Joint Commission (2021 Behavioral Health): Specific requirements for door gaps (not exceeding 1/8 inch) and undercuts (not exceeding 1 inch).
- UL Standards: UL 10C for fire door assemblies.
- NFPA 80: Fire door assemblies and opening protectives.
- ANSI/UL 263: Fire resistance testing.
- ASTM E119: Material performance for fire testing.
- ISO 300-2007: Fire resistance of building elements.
- Local Building Codes: Adherence to all applicable local and national codes.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 5670 (Building Components, Prefabricated)
- NAICS Code: 332321
- Response Due: May 7, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Published: April 29, 2026
Eligibility & Submission Requirements
Respondents must provide:
- Indication of whether they are a small business manufacturer or a reseller of a small business manufacturer.
- Interest in providing a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) quote or Open Market quote (include FSS contract # if applicable).
- Confirmation of an active SAM registration and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
- A copy of their capabilities statement.
- A letter from the manufacturer stating authorization as a distributor/licenser (if not a small business manufacturer). Failure to provide this may result in products being considered "grey market."
Additional Notes
This is strictly market research for planning purposes; the government will not entertain questions or assume costs for response preparation. Responses will assist in planning the acquisition strategy.