9999--Equipment - Ligature-Resistant BH Doors B-185 Acute Psych Unit NIHCS Northern Indiana VAMC - Marion Campus
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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.
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- 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 Richard L Roudebush VAMC, NCO 10 Contracting Activity, has issued a Special Notice - Notice of Intent to Sole-Source for the procurement of ligature-resistant behavioral health doors for the Acute Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System – Marion Campus. The VA intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order to Kennon Products Inc. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. Responses demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government are due by April 14, 2026, 12:00 pm EST.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for twenty-eight (28) "Made in America" Ligature Resistant Doors, specifically Kennon - Door 2.0 Single Set & Kennon - Door 2.0 Saloon Sets. These doors are essential to meet the specific form, fit, and function requirements of the Acute Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. Delivery will be to the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System, Marion Campus, B-185 Behavioral Health SSPD, 1700 East 38th Street, Marion, IN 46953-4589.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole-Source Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order under Simplified Acquisition Procedures.
- Intended Awardee: Kennon Products Inc. (1100 Hi Tech Drive, Sheridon, Wyoming 82801), identified as a small business vendor.
- NAICS Code: 332321 (Metal Window and Door Manufacturing).
- Set-Aside: This is a sole-source intent; the identified vendor, Kennon Products Inc., is a small business.
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals or offers, and no solicitation package is available. The Government believes only Kennon Products Inc. possesses the required capabilities. Any interested party must submit clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must be received no later than 12:00 pm on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Only email responses will be accepted.
Additional Notes
- Contracting Officer: LouAnn Gilliland
- Email: louann.gilliland@va.gov
- Phone: 937-268-6511