J063--Black Hills Security System Maintenance Sources Sought
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 the Black Hills Health Care System, is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify vendors capable of providing security system maintenance and upgrading services for its Fort Meade and Hot Springs campuses. This is for market research purposes only; no contract awards will be made from this announcement. Responses are due by February 17th, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes maintenance and upgrades for various security systems, including the C-Cure 9000 Physical Access Control System, Milestone Video Management System, Centurion Panic/Duress System, and Morse Watchman Key-watcher System. Key services involve:
- Routine preventative maintenance (5 days/month).
- Emergency support with a 4-hour response time.
- Software updates and system optimization.
- Repair and replacement of faulty equipment and associated cabling.
- Provision of C-Cure 9000, Milestone, and OSHA 10 Certified Technicians.
- Personnel must be Johnson Controls Factory Trained Technicians.
- Monthly reports documenting services provided.
- A standard warranty of no less than 1 year.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Proposed Period of Performance: Base Year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) + 4 Option Years.
- Set-Aside: None specified at this market research stage. Future solicitations may be set-aside for Veteran Owned Small-Businesses, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small-Businesses, or Small-Businesses.
- Response Due: February 17th, 2026, to joseph.bloomer@va.gov.
- Published: February 3rd, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors should email their contact and organization information, a descriptive proof of capability, and answers to the following questions:
- Organization's socio-economic category.
- Ability to order requested services against an existing government contract (e.g., FSS, GSA).
- Whether subcontracting is contemplated, including percentage and tasks.
Additional Notes
Vendors must comply with site-specific training (TMS 20939), security (6500.6 Appendix C), and NARA requirements. Work will be performed at VA Black Hills HCS locations in Fort Meade, SD, and Hot Springs, SD.