Fire, Smoke and Alarm Maintenance JC ST VAMC
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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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), specifically the VISN 15 Network Contracting Office, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (RFI) to identify qualified sources for Fire Alarm Testing and Maintenance services at the St. Louis VAMC in Saint Louis, MO. This is market research to inform a potential future solicitation. Responses are due by April 3, 2026, at 10 AM CST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive, 24/7 preventive maintenance, testing, and repair services for various fire safety systems. This includes fire alarm systems, associated devices, pre-action systems, and kitchen wet chemical extinguishing systems. The scope encompasses labor, materials, equipment, and supervision. Key tasks involve testing all fire alarm components, semi-annual service of kitchen hood suppression systems, and testing of sprinkler system devices that interface with the fire alarm. All replacement parts must be new. Contractors must supply their own tools, maintain safe work areas, comply with infection control measures, and adhere to NFPA, UL, OSHA, and Joint Commission standards. A pre-award site visit and documentation review are anticipated for any subsequent solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (RFI)
- Purpose: To gather information on potential qualified sources.
- Set-Aside: Market research is being conducted to determine potential small business set-asides, with interest in firms under NAICS 561621 (Security Systems Services).
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 10 AM CST
- Published: March 25, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested parties must submit the following via email to James.Horne@va.gov:
- UEI number
- Business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, Hubzone, WOSB, Large Business)
- Confirmation of small business status under NAICS 561621
- Details on whether they are a manufacturer/distributor
- Information on altering/assembling/modifying items
- How they meet subcontracting limitations (if applicable)
- Any existing federal contracts (e.g., GSA, VA NAC, NASA SEWP)
- Capabilities demonstrating the ability to meet the stated requirements. Telephone responses will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses will not be considered adequate for a future solicitation announcement, which will be published separately if appropriate.