J065--Emergency Lighting Repair
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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Emergency Lighting Repair services at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center. The VA intends to award a non-competitive contract to Buffalo Supply Inc., a small business, citing suitability criteria under FAR 13.106-1(b)(2). This is not a request for formal proposals or quotes; responses are for informational purposes only to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted in the future. Responses are due by March 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for emergency lighting repair services. The contract will include a base year with no option years.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Special Notice)
- Intended Awardee: Buffalo Supply Inc. (Small Business)
- Procurement Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(2), implemented under FAR Parts 12 and 13.
- Principal NAICS Code: 811210 – Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (Size Standard: $34 Million)
- Product or Service Code: J065 – Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment – Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
- Information Response Due: March 12, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: March 11, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a request for competitive quotes or proposals. Any responses received will be treated as information only and will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement is solely at its discretion.
Place of Performance
Battle Creek VA Medical Center, 5500 Armstrong Rd., Battle Creek, MI 49037.
Point of Contact
Margaret Thompson, Contracting Officer, margaret.thompson@va.gov. No phone calls will be accepted.