R430--New Unarmed Security Guards JESSE BROWN VAMC CHICAGO IL BASE PLUS 4 OPTION YEARS
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), specifically the Network Contract Office 12 (36C252), is soliciting proposals for Unarmed Security Guard Services for the Jesse Brown VAMC and CBOC locations in Illinois and Indiana. This opportunity aims to ensure the safety and welfare of patients, visitors, and staff. Quotes are due April 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires professional, uniformed, unarmed security guard services. Key responsibilities include observation, assisting staff with incapacitated patients, customer service, emergency response, daily logging, inspections, building/grounds surveillance, monitoring security and fire systems, enforcing building rules, and preventing unauthorized access. Specific duties at certain locations involve opening/closing facilities, alarm/CCTV monitoring, active patrols, and dispatch console operation. Personnel must have no criminal record, pass background checks, possess a high school diploma, be English literate, and have at least two years of public interaction experience. Supervisors require a minimum of three years of field supervision experience in law enforcement or security, with strong de-escalation and communication skills. Adherence to VA facility policies, including drug-free environment, no smoking, and no weapons, is mandatory, along with VHA Directive 1192 for influenza vaccination or masking.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFP/RFQ) for Services
- Duration: Base Year (August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027) plus four (4) Option Years.
- Estimated Value: $29 Million (total contract value).
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- Quotes Due: April 17, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT.
- Questions Due: April 10, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT.
- Published: March 31, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be based on an evaluation of Technical Capability, Past Performance, Price, and Veterans’ Involvement. Technical Capability requires recent experience (within the last 4 years) with detailed contract history and a Quality Control Plan. Past Performance requires company experience in the business, government contract history, and three relevant references. Veterans’ Involvement provides evaluation credit for SDVOSB/VOSB prime contractors and consideration for SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractors.
Eligibility
This acquisition is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database. Limitations on Subcontracting apply, requiring at least 50% of the cost of services to be performed by the prime contractor.
Submission
Quotes must be submitted via email to Michelle.Klug2@va.gov by the due date. Email size is limited to seven megabytes; larger responses must be split into multiple emails.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and VAAR clauses regarding security, personnel vetting, electronic payments, and compliance.