W099--CABLE TV SERVICES
ID: 36C24225Q0642Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Television Broadcasting Stations (516120)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- MISCELLANEOUS (W099)

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https://sam.gov/opp/329513e36f244c3ebaadf98d0bf85898/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a qualified contractor to provide satellite television services for the VA New Jersey Health Care System (VANJHCS) at its Lyons campus. The contractor will be responsible for delivering TV channels, maintaining equipment, and ensuring excellent customer service, with a focus on high-quality signal delivery and timely emergency responses. This procurement is critical for maintaining entertainment and information services in a healthcare environment, as the current contract with DirecTV is set to expire on August 1, 2025. Interested parties, particularly those meeting socio-economic criteria, should submit a capability statement detailing their experience and resources to Contract Specialist Megan L. Ross at Megan.Ross3@va.gov, as this opportunity is part of a planning effort and not a solicitation for offers.

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    MEGAN ROSSCONTRACTING OFFICER
    716-862-7461 22451
    (716) 684-0474
    MEGAN.ROSS3@VA.GOV
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    The VA New Jersey Health Care System (VANJHCS) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather market information for satellite television services at its Lyons campus. The existing contract with DirecTV is set to expire on August 1, 2025, prompting the need for a new provider to deliver TV channels and related services, along with maintenance and customer support. The contractor will be responsible for high-quality signal delivery, maintenance of equipment, and timely responses to emergency situations. Interested parties, especially those meeting socio-economic criteria, are encouraged to submit a capability statement detailing their experience, resources, and business classification. The document outlines the requirements for the service, including a firm fixed-price billing structure for a base contract plus four one-year options. The procurement strategy will assess the ability of potential contractors, including a review of past performance and required certifications. The notice emphasizes that this is not a solicitation for offers but a request for information for planning purposes. All responses will be handled confidentially, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The effort signifies the VA's commitment to maintaining high service standards in healthcare environments.
    36C24225Q0642.docx
    The VA New Jersey Health Care System (VANJHCS) at the Lyons campus seeks to maintain television services via satellite at their facility located at 151 Knollcroft Road, Lyons, NJ. They are inviting responses to a Sources Sought Notice for continuing to provide TV channels, including maintenance and service recovery, originally established with DirecTV equipment. The proposal calls for a certified third-party biller and authorized retailer of DirecTV services to manage equipment maintenance, inventory, and billing, structured on a fixed firm price for a base period and four additional option years. Interested parties are directed to refer to the accompanying Statement of Work for additional specifics. The contracting officer, Megan Ross, can be contacted for further inquiries.
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