5821--Two-Way Radios
ID: 36C24525Q0429Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, AIRBORNE (5821)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9bec6f685bf54b5c95aacad1eae59537/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 10, 2025, 12:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential vendors for the procurement of two-way radios, specifically for the Louis A Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia. The VA seeks capable firms to provide equipment, installation, and ongoing support, including programming, testing, and training for incident response staff, with a focus on integrating new radios into the existing infrastructure without disruption. Responses are due by 12:00 PM EST on April 10, 2025, and must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist James Ferro at james.ferro@va.gov, with a preference for responses from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), requiring proof of certification.

Point(s) of Contact
James FerroContract Specialist
(202) 745-8000
james.ferro@va.gov
Files
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Posted
36C24525Q0429.docx
Apr 2, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information for market research regarding the procurement of two-way radios as indicated in solicitation number 36C24525Q0429. This Request for Information (RFI) is aimed at identifying potential vendors capable of fulfilling the VA's requirements, including equipment installation and ongoing support. Responses are due by April 10, 2025, and should come via email to the Contract Specialist, James Ferro. The VA invites responses from all businesses, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), requiring proof of certification. The items include various radio models and accessories, with specific installation and support stipulations. Respondents must provide detailed company information and address various inquiries about their capabilities, certifications, and pricing. This RFI serves as a preparatory step before formal solicitation, allowing the VA to gather insights that influence its acquisition strategy. All submissions will be evaluated to inform the final procurement approach while acknowledging no obligation to cover response preparation costs.
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