J063--Install and Program NVRs Bedford VA Medical Center
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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) is soliciting proposals for the installation and programming of Network Video Recorders (NVRs) at the Bedford VA Medical Center. This opportunity, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), involves integrating two new NVRs with existing cameras in Buildings 4 and 78. Quotes are due by February 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This project requires the provision and installation of two Exacq Rack Mount NVRs (one in Building 4 Basement for 3 cameras, and one in Building 78, 3rd floor mental health, for 10 cameras). The contractor must also program the specified existing cameras into their respective NVRs and provide all necessary camera licenses. All work must adhere to applicable local and national standards, VA SOPs, industry practices, and safety codes. Coordination to minimize disruption in the medical center is crucial, along with compliance with VA security management programs and Federal Records Act policies.
Key Clarifications (from Amendment)
- The new NVRs are not replacing existing units but are to be rack-mounted in existing OIT closets.
- Previously referenced Excel documents in the Scope of Work are not applicable to this effort.
- The NVRs are intended to operate as stand-alone, independent devices; they do not need to communicate with each other for this project.
- VA IT is responsible for network and cybersecurity configurations, with a separate ongoing effort to align these NVRs with VA OIT security requirements.
- The one-year warranty covers workmanship and equipment, but follow-on maintenance contract work is not part of this project.
- The VA will accept the "IP01-12T-2AW-E" NVR model as a replacement for the discontinued "IP08" model, provided all licensing for the 13 cameras is included.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: 36C24126Q0141
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Firm Fixed-Price)
- Duration: 60 Days
- Place of Performance: Bedford VA Medical Center, 200 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 01730
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 238210 ($19.0 million small business size standard)
- PSC: J063 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Alarm, Signal, And Security Detection Systems)
- Quotes Due: February 18, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time
- Questions Deadline: February 11, 2026, 4:00 PM EST (Past)
- Site Visit: February 9, 2026, 10:00 AM (Past)
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to Carissa.Sarazin@va.gov and Yolanda.Rankin@va.gov. Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of Price, Past Performance, and Technical experience. Offerors must complete Attachment 1 (Price Schedule) and Attachment 2 (Past Performance Worksheet) and state acceptance of terms or list exceptions. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialists: Carissa Sarazin (carissa.sarazin@va.gov) and Yolanda Rankin (yolanda.rankin@va.gov)
- Phone: 401-273-7100