Z1DA--Update Patient Wifi 610A4-25-226
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) is soliciting proposals for the Update of the Patient Wi-Fi System at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System, Fort Wayne Campus, IN. This project involves replacing and upgrading the existing Wi-Fi network infrastructure to ensure seamless integration and improved performance. This opportunity is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC). Proposals are due by January 7, 2026, at 1:30 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the replacement of old Wi-Fi equipment with newer technology, including routers, access points, switches, and firewalls, and the installation of extenders or Mesh systems. Specific tasks include:
- Building 1: Replace ten (10) access points, two (2) consoles, four (4) switches, one (1) server, one (1) firewall, and install a new directional Wi-Fi antenna with necessary wiring. Upgrade CAT6A cabling.
- Building 2: Install one (1) Wi-Fi repeater, one (1) Wi-Fi router, and three (3) access points with associated wiring.
- Building 8: Install two (2) new access points, one (1) switch, one (1) omnidirectional antenna, one (1) Wi-Fi router, and racking. Work in Building 8 must be performed during off-hours (5:00 P.M. – 2:00 A.M. Monday – Friday).
- Equipment: Specific models or equivalents are required for access points (Ruckus R650), switches (ICX 7150), transceivers (1000BASE-SX SFP), and CAT6A cabling.
- Deliverables: Contractor must provide a site-specific safety plan, construction schedule, and submittals. All replaced equipment must be returned to VANIHCS Engineering. The contractor is responsible for waste disposal and site cleanup.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation / RFP / RFQ
- Period of Performance: 90 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Work Hours: Generally 7:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. Monday – Friday, with exceptions for Building 8.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC).
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors).
- Proposal Due: January 7, 2026, 1:30 PM Eastern Time.
- Published Date: December 31, 2025.
Additional Notes
The Contracting Officer (CO) is the only individual authorized to change requirements. The Contract Specialist, Eric Sweatt (eric.sweatt@va.gov), is the point of contact for this opportunity. Contractors must include the solicitation number on all submitted documents.