Fiber Optic Cable and installation for the paging system upgrade expansion
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- 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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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically 252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252), is soliciting proposals for the provision, installation, and testing of fiber optic cable and related accessories to support a paging system upgrade and expansion at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital (VAMC) in Madison, WI. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Offers are due by March 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The project requires the installation of:
- 6-strand fiber optic cable, accessories, and installation for Buildings 4 and 12.
- 12-strand fiber optic cable, accessories, and installation from Room C-125 to the Penthouse for Building 1.
- Provision of 1U fiber drawers and LC terminations as needed.
- Comprehensive project management. Installers must be certified with commercial experience. Work must be scheduled outside normal hospital operating hours (5 PM - 7 AM) or on weekends/holidays to minimize disruption. Materials and installation must be compatible with existing equipment and free of defects. The contractor is responsible for maintaining a clean work area.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Estimated Value: $19 Million (estimate/ceiling).
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, to May 31, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14). Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA database.
- NAICS Code: 238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors.
- Offers Due: March 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time.
- Published Date: March 3, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
All quotations must be submitted to Erica Grimslid at Erica.Grimslid@Va.Gov. Evaluation factors include Price, technical capability, and past performance. The Government intends to award without discussions, so initial offers should represent the best terms. Late submissions will be handled per FAR 52.212-1(f).
Additional Notes
FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are incorporated. Security & Privacy C&A requirements of VHA Handbook 6500.6 do not apply. Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) through Tungsten Network. The delivery location is William S Middleton VAMC, 2500 Overlook Terrace, Madison, WI 53705-2286.