6350--*SPECIAL* 36C242-25-AP-0758 | 528-25-1-8893-0154 ALBANY RETROFIT 2B FIRE ALARM PANEL
ID: 36C24225Q0214Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (335999)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (6350)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for the retrofit and upgrade of the 2B fire alarm panel at the Samuel S. Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. The project involves replacing outdated components, including five digital audio amplifiers, a fiber network card, a strobe power supply, and a main CPU, to enhance safety and compliance with NFPA codes. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to maintaining high safety standards within its healthcare facilities for veterans. Interested contractors must submit their offers by February 21, 2025, and are encouraged to attend a site visit on February 7, 2025; inquiries should be directed to Jason Campione by February 5, 2025, to facilitate participation.

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    Corey P SwintonContract Specialist
    corey.swinton@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is requesting proposals for the retrofit and upgrade of the 2B fire alarm panel at the Samuel S. Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. This project aims to replace outdated components due to parts unavailability, ensuring the safety of all facility occupants. The scope includes replacing five digital audio amplifiers, a fiber network card, a strobe power supply, and a main CPU, to be completed by a certified Notifier technician in accordance with NFPA codes. The work will begin immediately upon material receipt, with all tasks subject to inspection by the VA’s administrative officer, ensuring compliance and functionality upon completion. Contractual terms stipulate that the contractor will manage nonconformance swiftly, while the VA reserves the right to inspect and reject nonconforming work. Payments will be processed electronically, with invoices due 30 days post-completion, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to conditions and standards outlined in attached FAR clauses. This project reflects the VA’s commitment to upholding safety standards and improving healthcare infrastructure for veterans.
    The Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, NY is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for a contract to retrofit its aging 2B fire alarm panel. The necessity for this upgrade arises from the unavailability of replacement parts and long lead times for existing hardware, highlighting the need for a complete overhaul to ensure safety for all facility occupants. The project will involve the procurement and installation of specific components, including digital audio amplifiers, a fiber network card, a strobe power supply, and a main CPU with display, along with all required programming. The contracting office is seeking interested parties to respond by December 31, 2024, ensuring that the strategic upgrades meet both regulatory and operational safety standards within the medical center. The notice provides contact information for interested contractors, ensuring direct communication regarding the procurement process.
    The document is an amendment to a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the Samuel S. Stratton VA Medical Center. This amendment extends the deadline for submitting offers to February 21, 2025, at 4 PM EST, and announces a site visit scheduled for February 7, 2025, at 11 AM at the medical center. Interested bidders must contact Jason Campione by February 5, 2025, to attend the site visit, with additional questions being accepted until February 14, 2025. The document confirms that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. It emphasizes the importance of complying with the revised submission and communication deadlines to avoid rejection of offers. This amendment reflects the federal government's ongoing efforts to engage with contractors and ensure thorough preparation for potential bids, indicative of the structured processes involved in federal contracting undertakings.
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