H235--BUILDING 520 FIRE DROP TESTING AND DOOR REPAIRS VA PALO ALTO HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Overview
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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 21 (NCO21), intends to award a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price contract for inspection and drop testing of rolling fire doors in Building 520 at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System (VAPAHCS) Main Campus. The anticipated awardee is Vortex Industries, LLC. This is a special notice for informational purposes, not a solicitation.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the inspection and drop testing of existing rolling fire doors located in Building 520 at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. This service ensures operational safety and compliance.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Anticipated Awardee: Vortex Industries, LLC (SAM UEI: JKJJEEY5WLM9, CAGE CODE: 02FP4)
- Period of Performance: May 8, 2026 - May 22, 2026 (14 days)
- Anticipated Award Price: Below the Micro-Purchase Threshold (MPT)
- Published Date: April 29, 2026
- Response Deadline: May 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a sole source procurement, with the government intending to award to Vortex Industries, LLC due to their extensive experience and familiarity with the specific operational configuration of the facility's existing rolling fire doors. This approach aims to ensure service continuity, reduce risk, and avoid duplication of costs.
Firms believing they can meet this requirement must identify their interest and capability to the Contracting Officer via email within two (2) calendar days of the publication date. Respondents must indicate their business size (large, small, small-disadvantaged, 8(a), woman-owned) and U.S. or foreign ownership.
Additional Notes
This synopsis announcement is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or request for competitive proposals. The government will not pay for any information submitted, and this synopsis does not obligate the government to acquire any products or services. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
Contact: John Waldrip, Contract Specialist, john.waldrip@va.gov.