J065--3A Alert System & Maintenance in support of the Central Iowa VAHCS
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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 (NCO) 23, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified Small Businesses, particularly Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), capable of providing a 3A Alert System & Annual Maintenance for the Central Iowa VA Healthcare System in Des Moines, IA. Responses are due by February 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Purpose
This notice is for market research and planning purposes only, issued pursuant to FAR Part 10. It is not a solicitation and does not commit the government to a future contract. The objective is to determine the availability of capable small business sources for the specified services. The government will not pay for any information submitted, and responses are not considered offers.
Scope of Work
The required services, detailed in the Proposed Statement of Work, include:
- Alertus Emergency Notification System (ENS): Installation and implementation within the Medical Center’s mental health unit.
- Licensing and Support: Agreement for the period of performance, including security patching and technical support.
- Core Alarm Notification System: Capable of sending multi-platform alerts (desktops, mobile, PA systems, digital signage) and integrating with existing VA systems.
- Implementation Services: On-site survey, design, installation, configuration, testing, and training.
- Maintenance Services: NFPA 72-compliant annual testing, two emergency service visits per year, extended warranty, and annual onsite maintenance.
- Mobile Wi-Fi Enabled Panic Button: Minimum 10 buttons.
- Mounted Wi-Fi Enabled Duress Button: For sally port installation.
- Desktop Notification Software Licenses: Minimum of 20 licenses.
- System Integration: Seamless integration with existing VA emergency notification systems.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code (PSC): J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a small business size standard of $34 million.
- Place of Performance: Central Iowa VA Healthcare System, Des Moines, IA.
Set-Aside
Primarily seeking Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), but open to any Small Businesses.
Submission Requirements
- Response Deadline: February 13, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST).
- Submission Method: Electronic mail only to Marie Weathers (marie.weathers@va.gov).
- Required Information: A capability statement indicating ability and experience, including:
- Company Name, Address, UEI Number, Point of Contact (name, phone, email).
- SDVOSB or VOSB status (to be verified via Vet Biz).
- GSA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contract number, if applicable, along with certifications and licensure.
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