R430 -- Notice of Intent to Sole Source Upgrade of Existing Hirsch Physical Access Control System
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Overton Brooks Veterans Affairs Medical Center (OBVAMC) in Shreveport, LA, has published a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the upgrade of its existing Hirsch Physical Access Control System (PACS). The Government intends to award a firm-fixed price contract to Avallone Architectural Specialties. Interested parties must respond by March 2, 2026, 2:00 PM CST, demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves providing all necessary labor, personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision to upgrade the existing Hirsch PACS in Building 33, 1E, and 2AE. The upgrade aims to ensure compatibility with OBVAMC’s new Version of PIV card. Key components of the upgrade include:
- Installation of 16 migrated readers with keypads.
- Federal Identity, Credential, and Access Management (FICAM) controller upgrade.
- Global service VEL Data Base upgrade.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (intended sole source)
- Intended Awardee: Avallone Architectural Specialties, 815 King Place, Shreveport, LA 71115
- Set-Aside: None (sole source)
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 2:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST)
- Published: February 26, 2026
Response Requirements
This is not a request for competitive proposals. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement. Any response must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition for this contract action would be advantageous to the Government.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are responsible for all associated expenses.