Notice of Intent to Sole Source SCALA Digital Signage System
Overview
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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), specifically RPO-E, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 7, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a SCALA Digital Signage System. The VA intends to award a firm-fixed price contract to Capital Signs for the Carl Vinson VAMC. This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a SCALA Digital Signage System. Capital Signs was selected due to its capability to design, build, install, and support indoor and outdoor signage solutions. They are identified as the sole provider of Scala software, which is necessary to upgrade the existing signage solution at the Carl Vinson VAMC. This includes transforming existing content to the new Scala software using custom cellular digital signage players. The system aims to enhance patient education, internal and external communications, branding for MOVE and Healthier US Veteran activities, and broadcast preventative medicine productions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Sole Source
- Intended Awardee: Capital Signs (Large Business)
- NAICS Code: 339950 (Business Size Standard: $500 employees)
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Response Date (for questions/challenges): March 13, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
Justification
Capital Signs is deemed unique due to its proprietary Scala software, which is essential for upgrading the current system at Carl Vinson VAMC and ensuring compatibility and continuity with existing infrastructure and content. Their full-service integration capabilities further support this justification.
Additional Notes
This notice serves as an intent to award a sole source contract and is not a solicitation for competitive proposals. Inquiries or questions regarding this notice should be directed via email to the Contracting Officer. Telephone requests will not be accepted.