6515--EQ Telesitter in support of the Sioux Falls VA HCS
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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.
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 23, has published a Notice of Intent to award a sole source, firm-fixed price contract to Sierra7, Inc. for AvaSure Software and Hardware upgraded equipment. This equipment is required to ensure the safety of veterans at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System in Sioux Falls, SD. The government believes Sierra7, Inc. is the only vendor capable of providing these specific products under a GSA contract. This opportunity is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Interested vendors who believe they can meet the requirement must submit a capability statement by June 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of AvaSure Software and Hardware upgraded equipment. This equipment is critical for maintaining veteran safety standards at the Sioux Falls VA HCS.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Sole Source (Notice of Intent)
- Authority: 38 USC 8127(c), FAR 6.302-5(c)(2)(ii), 819.7008, and 13.106-1(b)(2).
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC)
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time
- Published Date: June 4, 2026
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, United States
Submission & Evaluation
This notice does not constitute a solicitation. However, responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation to marie.weathers@va.gov. Submissions will be reviewed to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination not to compete, based on responses, is solely at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 541519 (Other Computer Related Services)
- Product/Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Contact: Marie Weathers, Contract Officer (marie.weathers@va.gov, 605-347-2511).