N042-- STX Emergency Call Boxes
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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), specifically NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257), is soliciting proposals for the installation of emergency call boxes at the Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center and Kerrville VA Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. An amendment has been issued to respond to vendor questions and extend the proposal submission deadline. Proposals are now due March 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM CENTRAL TIME.
Scope of Work
This Firm-Fixed-Price contract requires the provision of all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and supervision for the investigation and installation of fifteen (15) free-standing emergency call boxes. Ten (10) call boxes will be installed at Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center and five (5) at Kerrville VA Medical Center. Key requirements include:
- Installation and anchoring of new call boxes, including demo and replacement of existing units as needed.
- Ensuring water tightness and tracing existing power sources; utility locates are mandatory if digging is required.
- Call boxes must be free-standing, secured into concrete with rust-resistant hardware, and new concrete pads poured where none exist.
- Boxes must be secured against theft and damage, feature lighting visible over 300 yards with a 360-degree blue light, and have a clearly identified communications button for all users, including those with visual impairments.
- The communication system must transmit video and audio.
- The contract includes quarterly service support for firmware/software updates, administrative control for at least five personnel, and training for assigned staff.
- The Brand Name or Equal product specified is the Verkada TD53 Video Intercom.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: 60 days for submittals and construction, with four (4) option years, extending the contract until 2031. The awardee will have 30 days post-award to prepare and begin service.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offerors must be SAM registered and VetCert verified at the time of proposal submission and award.
- Product Service Code: N042 - Installation Of Equipment: Fire Fighting, Rescue, And Safety Equipment.
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs South Texas Healthcare System, San Antonio, TX.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: March 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM CENTRAL TIME, CHICAGO, USA (CDTX).
- Questions Due Date: March 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
- Site Visits: Audie L. Murphy on March 3, 2026 (10:00 am – 3:00 pm CST) and Kerrville Memorial on March 5, 2026 (10:00 am – 3:00 pm CST).
- Submission Requirements: Proposals must be emailed in PDF format and include a signed SF 1449, a technical capability statement (max 2 pages), an authorized distributor memorandum, and a comprehension plan. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of Amendment 0001.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability (Call Box Communications, Installation), Past Performance, and Price. Technical Capability and Past Performance are significantly more important than Price.
- Contact: Matthew G. Clements, Contracting Officer, matthew.clements2@va.gov.
Additional Notes
Site plans for Audie L. Murphy and Kerrville, including a project phasing plan for Kerrville, are attached to the solicitation. Offerors must hold prices firm for 150 calendar days.