7C20--Data Center and Telecommunications Modernization (VA-26-00039374)

SOL #: 36C10B26Q0218Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs

Veterans Affairs, Department Of

TECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER NJ (36C10B)

EATONTOWN, NJ, 07724, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

Hardware, Software, And Other Equipment For Tiered Or Enterprise Data Center Facilities That House And Protect Critical It Equipment. (7C20)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6c213a1f56c6464aa45b9e1d83cf1454/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 26, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 12, 2026

Response Deadline

Mar 11, 2026, 6:00 PM

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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for the Enterprise Data Center and Telecommunications Modernization (EDCTM) initiative. The VA seeks industry input on structuring and executing this requirement, which aims to standardize and modernize VA's data center and telecommunications infrastructure. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due March 11, 2026.

Scope of Work

The EDCTM initiative's primary objectives include:

Standardizing legacy and non-standard telecommunications and data center physical infrastructure.
Identifying and replacing end-of-life or obsolete infrastructure components.
Standardizing inconsistent or site-unique installation practices.
Updating or completing design documentation and specifications.
Eliminating infrastructure designs that increase operational risk, cost, or complexity.

Illustrative categories of deliverables encompass:

Telecommunications and IT Infrastructure: Equipment racks, structured cabling.
Power and Electrical Infrastructure: PDUs, busway systems.
Environmental and Cooling Infrastructure: CRAC units, containment solutions.
Facilities and Life Safety: Fire suppression, security components.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
Anticipated Contract Vehicle: Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) or alternative ordering-based strategy.
Set-Aside: Not specified; set-aside decisions may be made based on RFI responses.
Response Due: March 11, 2026, by 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Questions Due: March 4, 2026, by 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Published: February 26, 2026.

Submission & Evaluation

Submissions should focus on concepts, approaches, and lessons learned, not marketing material.
A page limit of 10 pages applies to the response.
Responses must include company information, technical approach, capabilities, and recommendations regarding pricing, standardization, contract vehicles, and small business participation.
Interested vendors must provide company size and status, NAICS codes (e.g., 541519), and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

Additional Notes

This RFI does not commit the Government to any future contract. All costs associated with responding are at the vendor's expense. Proprietary information must be clearly marked. The requirement may be delayed, canceled, or revised at any time. The point of contact is Michelle Prinston at michelle.prinston@va.gov or 848-377-5343.