J072--SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR CONTRACTOR TO REPAIR 3 RF SHIELDED DOORS FOR THE MRI DEPARTMENT WASHINGTON DC VA MEDICAL CENTER 36C24526Q0351
Overview
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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), Network Contracting Office 5, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified contractors capable of providing repair services for three (3) RF Shielded Doors in the MRI Department at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by March 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
The project involves the repair of three critical RF shielded doors.
- Door 1: Requires replacement of the latching mechanism (including bearings), cleaning, alignment, and lubrication.
- Doors 2 & 3: Require replacement of perimeter fingerstock and sill fingerstock, replacement of all bearings, and cleaning, alignment, and lubrication. Contractor requirements include providing all necessary labor, tools, equipment, and materials, utilizing two qualified technicians, performing work during overtime hours as needed, and ensuring compliance with VA safety and security protocols. Deliverables include fully functional and properly shielded RF doors, along with documentation of work performed.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Project Title: Repair of Three RF Shielded Doors
- Location: Washington DC VA Medical Center, 50 Irving Street NW, Washington, DC 20422
- Period of Performance: Approximately 4 hours per door, totaling 12 hours for all three doors.
- Set-Aside: None specified at this stage; market research will inform future acquisition strategy, which may include set-asides (e.g., SDVOSB, small business) or full and open competition.
- Product Service Code (PSC): J072 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Household And Commercial Furnishings And Appliances)
- NAICS Code: 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors)
- Response Due: March 19, 2026, 10:00 AM ET
- Published Date: March 9, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit the following via email to Billie.Pratt@va.gov with the subject line "36C24526Q0351 – Sources Sought Notice | Company Name":
- Business name (including Unique Entity ID).
- Business type and socio-economic status (e.g., Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, 8(a)).
- Point of contact (including telephone number & email address).
- Capability statement and summary of previous relevant experience.
- Available contract vehicles (e.g., GSA FSS) with applicable NAICS.
- Brief summary of services your company can/cannot provide.
- Certifications/Licenses for local requirements at DC VAMC (if applicable).
- Confirmation of capability and expertise, addressing intent to self-perform or subcontract, and compliance with subcontracting limitations.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only. Responses are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The results will assist in developing the requirement and the acquisition strategy.