J059--DOUBLE SLIDER Automatic Door Inspection and PM
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for automatic door inspection and preventive maintenance services. This is for the C.W. Bill Young Veterans Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL, and the Lee County Health Care Center. The purpose is to identify qualified small businesses, particularly SDVOSBs, to determine the appropriate set-aside for a future solicitation. Responses are due by March 9, 2026, at 14:00 ET.
Scope of Work
This is a full-service requirement covering maintenance, repairs, preventive maintenance (PM), and emergency call-back services for automatic doors. Key requirements include:
- On-site Technician: One technician required Monday-Friday, 06:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
- Preventive Maintenance: Annual inspection, cleaning, adjustment, lubrication, and replacement of worn parts (e.g., guides, rollers, belts, operators) in December.
- Repairs: Furnishing and installing/repairing components like controllers, operators, motors, safety devices, and sensors. Access control issues will be quoted separately.
- Emergency Call-Back: Five-hour response time for emergency service requests from authorized personnel.
- Standards: Compliance with ANSI/BHMA A156.10-2017 and A156.19-2019.
- Parts & Materials: Contractor to furnish all necessary parts, lubricants, and tools, ensuring parts are of original manufacturer's design or equal.
- Reporting: Written PM reports within 14 working days; email repair details to the Electric Shop Supervisor upon completion.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 14:00 ET
- Published Date: February 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: C.W. Bill Young Veterans Medical Center, Bay Pines, FL, and Lee County Health Care Center.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This notice aims to determine the feasibility of an SDVOSB set-aside. If insufficient SDVOSB responses are received, it may be solicited as a VOSB or Small Business (SB) set-aside. If insufficient small business responses are received, it may be solicited as unrestricted.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested SDVOSBs, VOSBs, and SBs should reply via email to Michael.Shook@va.gov. Submissions must include a capability statement and a letter of supply (if applicable).
Additional Notes
Contractor personnel must check in with the Electric Shop, provide an emergency telephone number, and wear identifiable uniforms. Routine maintenance is generally not scheduled on Federal Holidays unless approved. Performance objectives include 95% thresholds for successful PM, emergency response time, invoicing accuracy, and customer satisfaction.