The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to solicit proposals for the LENELS2 Physical Access Control System (PACS) upgrade and sustainment at the VA Northern Indiana Healthcare System. This procurement aims to enhance the physical access control capabilities through preventative maintenance and software sustainment services, which are critical for ensuring the security and operational efficiency of healthcare facilities. The solicitation is expected to be published on or around September 20, 2024, with proposals due by September 25, 2024, at 8:00 AM EDT. Interested vendors must ensure their registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is current and comply with all requirements outlined in the forthcoming solicitation, with further inquiries directed to Contracting Officer Janel Tate at Janel.Tate-Montgomery@va.gov.