5810--MOTOROLA APX-8000 UPGRADE HAMPTON VA MEDICAL CENTER - SOURCES SOUGHT
ID: 36C24625Q0327Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS (5810)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3c613962b169453ba5b03064b2254e32/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from potential contractors regarding the procurement of specific radio equipment and services for the Hampton VA Medical Center, specifically related to the Motorola APX-8000 upgrade. The procurement aims to gather insights on the availability of 12 units each of three specified items, including the T8553 Digital SmartZone and VHF to APX Series radios, which are critical for enhancing communication capabilities within the medical facility. This Sources Sought Notice serves as market research only, with no intention of awarding a contract based on the responses, and interested parties must submit their information by January 16, 2025, to Contract Specialist Francine Valverde at francine.valverde@va.gov, referencing contract number 36C24625Q0327.

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    FRANCINE VALVERDECONTRACT SPECIALIST
    Francine.Valverde@va.gov
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    36C24625Q0327 Sources Sought.pdf
    The document outlines a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the Hampton VA Medical Center regarding the Motorola APX-8000 upgrade. It aims to gather information from potential contractors interested in supplying specific radio equipment and services as part of a future solicitation. Key details include the contract number (36C24625Q0327), a response deadline of January 16, 2025, and criteria for small business considerations under the NAICS code 334220. Contractors are required to submit information about their business capabilities, size standards, and compliance with federal regulations. Notably, the document includes a list of supplies needed, with a total of 12 units for three specified items related to the Motorola APX upgrade. The notice is for market research purposes only, with no expectation of contract awards based on responses. Compliance with the Trade Agreements Act and delivery conditions is explicitly stated, indicating the federal government's focus on regulatory adherence and vendor qualifications. This notice serves to ensure that the VA gathers necessary insights to potentially set aside future contracts for small or veteran-owned businesses.
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