Y1DA--Replace Nurse Call System - 652-21-102
ID: 36C24625B0010Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Y1DA)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) to provide construction services for the replacement of the nurse call system at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System in Richmond, Virginia. The project, identified as #652-21-102, involves comprehensive upgrades, including the demolition and installation of new hardware and software for the existing nurse call and code blue systems, ensuring continuous operation throughout the upgrade process. This initiative is crucial for enhancing healthcare infrastructure for veterans, with an estimated project cost between $5 million and $10 million, and responses are due by March 3, 2025. Interested parties should submit a capability statement and suggestions for alternative systems that meet or exceed the functionality of the HillRom brand, and may contact Contract Specialist Moses Deng at moses.deng2@va.gov or 910-475-6807 for further information.

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    Moses DengContract Specialist
    (910) 475-6807
    moses.deng2@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs Central Virginia VA Health Care System is seeking construction services for the replacement of its nurse call system, referenced as Project #652-21-102. The project involves comprehensive upgrades, including demolition and installation of new hardware and software for the existing nurse call/code blue systems. It aims to ensure continuous operation during the upgrade process and will adhere to specifications set by the VA. This Sources Sought Notice is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Responses are due by March 3, 2025, and should include a capability statement and suggestions for alternative nurse call systems that meet or exceed the HillRom brand's functionality. The project's estimated cost is between $5 million to $10 million, with a NAICS code of 236220 for commercial and institutional building construction. Responses will be used for planning purposes, with no formal feedback provided. The Government maintains the right to cancel the notice without obligation. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare infrastructure for veterans.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for the replacement of the Nurse Call System at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System in Richmond, Virginia. The project entails the complete upgrade of the existing nurse call and code blue systems, including associated hardware, software, and infrastructure. The work covers several aspects, including demolition, structural, electrical, and telecommunications, and must be executed in a phased manner to minimize service interruptions. This solicitation is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with an estimated project budget of $5 million to $10 million. Interested bidders must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and verify their status in the Small Business Administration’s Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database. The official solicitation materials are expected to be available on January 9, 2025, and will include further details on site visits and bidding processes. This notice is not a request for bids, and the government retains the right to cancel the solicitation at any time without reimbursement obligations.
    The document provides regulatory guidance regarding the acquisition of components under the Buy American statute, highlighting the requirement for a documented determination of inapplicability as per FAR Clauses 52.225-9 and 52.225-11. It outlines instructions for manufacturers to submit data through a defined format, which will be analyzed internally for acquisition strategies. The "Country of Origin" is emphasized as a key factor in compliance, identifying the manufacture location of parts and components. A list of specific parts and other related hardware/software items is provided, including quantities and estimated pricing, focusing on hardware from Hillrom and various server categories. The document establishes a framework for procurement officers and contractors to follow in compiling pertinent information while ensuring transparency, as the findings are subject to public inspection. It reinforces the need for compliance with federal procurement regulations while sourcing materials and services for governmental projects.
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