J065--LIFE SAFETY SYSTEM
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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.
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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), specifically the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, intends to award a sole source contract to Standard Communications Inc. (SCI) for life safety system middleware integration. This action is taken under the authority of VAAR 819.7008 for Sole Source Awards to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive offers.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the middleware integration of the SPOK Messenger and Operator Console with the existing life safety communications system at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Healthcare System. This includes providing necessary equipment, programming, and integration services. The place of performance is the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and associated Charleston facilities.
Justification for Sole Source
Standard Communications Inc. (SCI) has been identified as the sole authorized SDVOSB vendor by Vocera Communications capable of integrating SPOK middleware into the Vocera platform. Additionally, SCI is the only authorized source for the required Jeron nurse call components.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sole Source (Notice of Intent)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- Small Business Size Standard: $34 million
- Product Service Code (PSC): J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
Submission & Inquiry
This is not a solicitation, and no solicitation document is available. The Government will not make an award based on unsolicited offers or quotations. Responses are accepted for informational purposes only and will not be considered proposals.
- Inquiries Due: June 11, 2024, 08:00 AM Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Submission Method: All inquiries must be submitted in writing via email to darius.crane@va.gov.
- Subject Line: Must reference "36C24726Q0582 LIFE SAFETY SYSTEM".
- Contact: Darius Crane, Contracting Officer.