H212--FIRE ALARM INSPECTION AND TESTING FY25
ID: 36C25625Q0498Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT (H212)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/99a967ed15bb4bccb1fd99082e629d24/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide fire alarm inspection and testing services for the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The procurement aims to ensure compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and federal regulations as the facility transitions to maintenance following the expiration of original warranties on its fire safety systems. This contract will cover comprehensive inspections of approximately 15 buildings, including detailed reporting and adherence to safety protocols, with a performance period from July 2025 to July 2030. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities, business classifications, and confirm registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) by 10:00 AM CST on February 26, 2025, to the primary contact, Veronica Maskell, at veronica.maskell@va.gov or by phone at 318-990-4090.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Veronica MaskellContracting Officer
    (318) 990-4090
    veronica.maskell@va.gov
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    36C25625Q0498_1.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of fire alarm inspection and testing services for the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System in New Orleans, LA. The notice aims to identify interested vendors capable of providing these services and invites them to submit their capabilities and business classifications, including socioeconomic status. Responses are to be submitted by 10:00 AM CST on February 26, 2025, and should include a statement of capability, business size, and socioeconomic status, as well as confirmation of registration with the System for Award Management (SAM). This notice clarifies that it is not a solicitation but a preliminary assessment to inform future contracting decisions. Vendors need to include various certifications such as Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) status, as applicable. The purpose of this market survey is to gather information that will guide acquisition decisions, with a potential solicitation announcement to follow after reviewing responses. The document emphasizes that registered businesses will only be awarded contracts and requests clarification on capabilities related to fire alarm services as detailed in the attached PWS document.
    PWS Fire Alarm Testing and Inspection fy25.docx
    The Performance Work Statement outlines the requirements for fire alarm and suppression testing and inspection services at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS) in New Orleans. The main purpose is to ensure compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and other federal regulations as the facility transitions to maintenance after the expiration of the original warranties on its fire safety systems. The contractor is responsible for comprehensive annual, semi-annual, and quarterly inspections of approximately 15 buildings and their fire protection systems, which include sprinklers, smoke detectors, alarms, and various control units. Key deliverables include detailed inspection reports, timely notification of deficiencies, and certification of technician qualifications. The contract will run from July 2025 to July 2030, encompassing various performance objectives and a quality assurance surveillance plan to monitor compliance. The contractor must provide all necessary equipment and documentation while adhering to strict safety and security protocols at the facility. Overall, this document signifies the government’s commitment to maintaining high safety standards within VA healthcare facilities through meticulous oversight of fire safety systems.
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