N063--Additional Door Hardware for Physical Access Control System (PAC) (VA-26-00018387)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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) is soliciting proposals for additional door hardware for a Physical Access Control (PAC) System at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center Domiciliary in Houston, TX. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Proposals are due January 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves installing additional controllers and upgrading four specific access doors: Entrance #107, Entrance #160, Entrance #186, and Dayroom #288 entrance. The objective is to add to the existing locking system and install a keyless card-access system that accommodates both FIPS PIV cards and Domiciliary resident cards using a single card reader per door. The doors are not currently on the DNA/Open Options system, and no hardware or software is installed.
The parts list should include 16 readers (Proximity and DNA/Open Options types), 4 controller boards, 4 electronic lock hardware sets, cabling, and programming for each door. The existing DOM Assa Abloy system, which is not FIPS 201-2 compliant, may be used for these doors, though FIPS High Assurance Areas will remain compliant. Additionally, the existing double doors at one location swing in the opposite direction and will require reversal, involving the removal and reinstallation of the steel door frame.
Contract & Timeline
- 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 $25M size standard
- Proposal Due: January 30, 2026, 3:00 PM CST
- Published: January 26, 2026
- Place of Performance: MEDVAMC Domiciliary, 4320 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, TX 77030
Eligibility & Submission
Offerors must be certified and authorized distributors of the DNA Fusions Open Option system by ACRE Security and provide proof of authorization. Quotes must be submitted electronically to Eugene Jackson (eugene.jackson2@va.gov). Offerors must include a statement regarding acceptance of terms and conditions or list exceptions, and ensure annual representations and certifications are completed via SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
This amendment (0001) provides responses to contractor questions, an updated CAD drawing (PAC Hardware Locations x4_Drawing_2020-06-17_HDOM VAMC_DID REVISED 2.pdf), and extends the response deadline. The award will be made to the most advantageous offer, considering price and other factors.