S119--DIRECTV SERVICES FOR WASHINGTON DC VA MEDICAL CENTER SOURCES SOUGHT | REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
ID: 36C24526Q0087Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

UTILITIES- OTHER (S119)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/51c7bb19430a4c5d8d819575a4659ce9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking vendors to provide DIRECTV services for the Washington DC VA Medical Center, specifically for 321 units across the Main Hospital, Community Living Center (CLC), and Fisher House. The procurement involves furnishing all necessary labor, supervision, materials, and equipment, including cable boxes and extended cable packages, along with ongoing maintenance for the television services. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the quality of life for veterans receiving care at these facilities. Interested businesses must submit their responses, including business details and an approximate annual cost estimate, via email to Ethan Mauzy at ethan.mauzy@va.gov by November 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ethan MauzyContracting Officer
    Ethan.Mauzy@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    36C24526Q0087.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information for market research purposes regarding DIRECTV services for the Washington DC VA Medical Center. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify vendors capable of providing TV/Cable/Telecommunications services to 321 units, including the Main Hospital, Community Living Center (CLC), and Fisher House. The scope of work includes furnishing all necessary labor, supervision, materials, and equipment, such as cable boxes and extended cable packages (e.g., HBO, STARZ), along with ongoing maintenance. Interested businesses are requested to submit their business details, GSA contract number (if applicable), capability statement, relevant experience, and an approximate annual cost estimate by November 3, 2025. This request is solely for planning and to inform the development of requirements and acquisition strategy, with no cost reimbursement for responses.
    P02_PRICE COST SCHEDULE.docx
    This government file outlines a Price/Cost Schedule for DIRECTV DVB-S satellite equipment and services for 321 units across the Main Hospital, CLC, and Fisher House. The contract includes a base period from December 25, 2025, to December 24, 2026, and four subsequent one-year option periods, extending services through December 24, 2030. Each period specifies a quantity of 12 months. The principal NAICS code for this service is 517111 (Wired Telecommunications Carriers), and the product/service code is S119 (Utilities - Other). The document is a pricing framework for satellite television services, indicating a long-term contractual need for these services within the specified facilities.
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