N063--Additional Door Hardware for Physical Access Control System (PAC) (VA-26-00018387)
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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 the 256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256), is soliciting quotes for additional door hardware for the Physical Access Control System (PAC) at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center Domiciliary in Houston, TX. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by January 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The purpose of this procurement is to expand the existing keyless PAC System and ensure compliance with physical security regulations. The effort involves the installation of additional controllers for four access doors (one female resident unit, three male resident units). The system must accommodate both FIPS PIV card and Domiciliary resident card access, with all hardware and software required to be FIPS/PIV compliant.
Specific items include Controllers (Visionline), ECU Plates, Remote Power with Wire, Assa Abloy setup and training, Composite Cabling, and Miscellaneous Installation Materials. Delivery is required no later than 30 days after receipt of order (ARO). The place of performance is the MEDVAMC Domiciliary, 4320 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, TX 77030. An attached drawing, "PAC Hardware Locations x4_Drawing_2020-06-17_S.pdf", provides a visual aid for the physical environment and hardware placement.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: Within 30 days after contract award.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 561621 (Security Systems Services, except Locksmiths) with a small business size standard of $25M.
- PSC Code: N063 (Installation Of Equipment: Alarm, Signal, And Security Detection Systems).
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to the Contract Specialist, Eugene Jackson (eugene.jackson2@va.gov). Offerors must be certified and authorized distributors of the DNA Fusions Open Option system by ACRE Security and provide proof of authorization. All quotes must include a statement accepting the solicitation's terms and conditions or list any exceptions with rationale. Offerors must also complete annual representations and certifications electronically via SAM.gov. Award will be made to the most advantageous offer, considering price and other factors.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: January 22, 2026, by 12:00 PM CST.
- Quotes Due: January 27, 2026, by 3:00 PM CST.
- Published Date: January 20, 2026.