R430--FY26 - Syracuse Security Guard (Base 4OPT) Sources Sought Notice
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 2, has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for Unarmed Security Guard Services at the Syracuse VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Syracuse, NY. This market research aims to inform a new service contract expected to begin around July 2026. Responses are due by April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is for unarmed, uniformed security guard services across various locations within the Syracuse VAMC. Key posts include:
- Lower Parking Garage Entry Control (Mon-Fri, 05:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
- Upper Garage Entry Control (24/7, Mon-Sun)
- Parking Lot #1 (Mon-Fri, 06:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
- Emergency Department Circle (Mon-Sun, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
- Security Roamer (Mon-Fri, 06:30 AM – 2:30 PM)
- J-Lot Parking Entry Control (Mon-Fri, 05:30 AM – 8:30 PM)
- Security Supervisor (Mon-Fri, 08:30 AM – 4:30 PM)
- SCI / Pool Entrance (Mon-Fri, 06:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
- DAV Entrance (Mon-Fri, 06:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
- Main (Inside) Entrance (Mon-Fri, 07:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Services encompass entry control, roving patrols, enforcing building rules, incident reporting, and additional security/safety duties. The contractor must provide trained and qualified personnel, submit documentation for approval, and maintain reports.
Contract Details
- NAICS Code: 561612 - Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (anticipated)
- Period of Performance: Base Period (07/01/2026 – 06/30/2027) with four 12-month option periods.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must submit a capability statement and full company information to Tiffany Vazquez-Simon at tiffany.vazquez-simon@va.gov. Required information includes company name, UEI number, address, Point of Contact (POC), socio-economic status documentation, examples of similar work, years of experience, technician certifications, and details on any proposed subcontractors or teaming agreements. This notice is for market research only and does not guarantee a solicitation or contract award.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
The VA is assessing the viability of setting aside this requirement for specific socio-economic categories, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), HUBZone, 8(a), and Small Business. Contractors must provide documentation to support their status.
Additional Notes
Personnel will require background investigations (NACI, Tier 1), with the contractor bearing the expense. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and follow electronic invoicing procedures via VA’s Tungsten Network and Customer Engagement Portal (CEP). Government-furnished property, including identification systems and communication equipment, will be provided.