DG11--New Requirement: Sierra Telecom Recompete
Overview
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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) has awarded a sole-source contract to Sierra Telephone Company, Inc. for Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) services in Oakhurst, California. This award, valued at $17,884.00, ensures essential telecommunication services for the Oakhurst CBOC.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive LEC services, including:
- Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS Line)
- Primary Rate Interchange (PRI) (with mileage/station link)
- Direct Inward Dialing/Direct Outward Dialing (DID/DOD) (Blocks of 20)
These services are critical for the Department of Veterans Affairs facility in Oakhurst, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice (Sole-Source)
- Awardee: Sierra Telephone Company, Inc.
- Value: $17,884.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Award Date: March 3, 2026
- Published Date: March 3, 2026
Justification
This award was made on a sole-source basis under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) due to the limited availability of resources and contractors capable of providing the required LEC services in the specific geographical location of Oakhurst, CA. Market research, including outreach to NLEC NG contract vendors and a public notice, yielded no other interested or capable vendors. The initial estimated cost for these services was $68,522.20, but the final award amount was $17,884.00.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Chantel Bass, Contract Specialist, at Chantel.Bass@va.gov or 512-981-4044. The contracting office is the TECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER NJ (36C10B).