6350--VA Police LPR System Subscription
ID: 36C26225Q0116Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (6350)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Real Time Surveillance and Safety Platform/System, specifically focusing on a License Plate Recognition (LPR) system. The procurement aims to enhance public safety through advanced technology, requiring capabilities such as vehicle identification by various attributes, automated alerts for specific vehicles, unlimited user access, and solar-powered cameras with high-resolution capabilities. This initiative is particularly important for interagency operability and collaboration with local law enforcement agencies in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and relevant information via email to Contract Specialist Sam Choo at sam.choo@va.gov by November 22, 2024, at 10:00 AM PST, as this request serves solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation.

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    Choo, SamContract Specialist
    sam.choo@va.gov
    sam.choo@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather information on potential sources for a Real Time Surveillance and Safety Platform/System, specifically a License Plate Recognition (LPR) system. This RFI aims to identify qualified vendors capable of delivering a system that includes features such as vehicle identification, automated alerts for specific vehicles, unlimited user access, and solar-powered cameras with high-resolution capabilities. Key requirements outlined in the draft specifications emphasize the system’s operability across interagency lines and must cater to local law enforcement in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Interested companies are encouraged to submit their capabilities, size classification, and feedback regarding the DRAFT characteristics. The notice emphasizes that it is for information and planning purposes only, with responses treated as non-binding. The deadline for submissions is set for November 22, 2024. The RFI allows the VA to refine its procurement strategy based on industry feedback, which may lead to subsequent solicitations. This document reflects the VA’s commitment to enhancing public safety through technology solutions.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for a Real Time Surveillance and Safety Platform/System. This platform is to include features such as License Plate Recognition (LPR), video and audio capabilities, and vehicle identification. The RFI outlines specific draft characteristics: capability to identify vehicles by various attributes, automated alerts for hotlist vehicles, support for multiple users, and solar-powered cameras with specific resolution requirements. Interested parties are encouraged to respond with information about their capabilities, size classifications, compliance with industry standards, and lead times for product delivery. The responses will assist the government in making informed acquisition decisions and possible future solicitations. It’s essential to note that this RFI serves only informational purposes, and responses will not bind the government to contracts. Interested companies must submit their information via email by November 22, 2024.
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