9999--Ligature-Resistant Behavioral Health Door - B-185 Acute Psych Unit, NIHCS VA Northern Indiana Health Care Systems – Marion Campus
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 10, is conducting a Sources Sought for 28 Ligature-Resistant Behavioral Health Doors and installation services for the VA Northern Indiana Health Care Systems – Marion Campus (B-185 Acute Psych Unit). This is market research to identify qualified small businesses, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), capable of fulfilling this requirement. Responses are due by March 24, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
Purpose
This Sources Sought notice is strictly for market research and informational planning purposes. Its primary goal is to determine the interest and capability of small businesses, especially SDVOSB and VOSB, to provide the specified doors. The VA also seeks to identify if potential sources are manufacturers or authorized distributors (requiring an OEM authorization letter) and their size classification relative to NAICS code 332321.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 28 new, US-manufactured, ligature-resistant behavioral health doors (HCPD1P1343700 - DOOR 2.0 - 34 to 37 – STANDARD) and their installation. Key salient characteristics include:
- Engineered for heavy use and frequent hospital-grade cleaning.
- Ligature-resistant design, breakaway hinges, and magnetic closure.
- Designed to maintain patient privacy.
- Customizable graphics/color, durable, and waterproof.
- NFPA-286 and ASTM E84 Class A Fire Certification.
- Artwork printed on both sides of the door. The contractor will be responsible for taking accurate field measurements, and shipping costs must be included in pricing. A lift gate is available for delivery.
Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 332321 (Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 9999 (Miscellaneous Items)
- Place of Performance: VA N. Indiana Health Care Sys – Marion Campus, 1700 E 38th St, Marion, IN 46953.
- Set-Aside: Market research focused on identifying small businesses, particularly SDVOSB and VOSB.
Submission Requirements
- Response Due: March 24, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- Method: Email to louann.gilliland@va.gov. The subject line must include: "36C25026Q0403 – Ligature Doors." Phone calls will not be accepted.
- Required Information:
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone, and email.
- UEI number and Cage Code.
- Type of small business (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDB, Small Business, or Large Business).
- A capability statement demonstrating qualifications and ability to perform.
- For distributors, an authorization letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
- Registration: Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov. Those claiming small business status must be registered with the SBA, and veteran-owned businesses must be registered with SBS (veterans.certify.sba.gov).
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.