BKR5000 Portable Radios & Accessories for Jonathan Wainwright VA Medical Center (Walla Walla)
ID: 36C260-24-AP-3346Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5820)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5dbd164fb52d465b8998e84490d30951/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 20, is seeking qualified sources to provide BKR5000 portable radios and accessories for the Jonathan Wainwright VA Medical Center located in Walla Walla, Washington. The procurement includes advanced communication equipment such as BK portable two-way radios, speaker microphones, desktop chargers, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, and antennas, all aimed at enhancing emergency communication capabilities within the medical facility. This initiative underscores the importance of reliable and secure communication systems in healthcare settings, particularly for emergency services interoperability. Interested contractors are invited to respond to this Sources Sought Notice by emailing Leina LeClair at leina.leclair@va.gov no later than September 10, 2024, at 17:00 ET, providing necessary company information and capability statements.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Leina LeClair
    leina.leclair@va.gov
    Files
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    Salient Characteristics BKR5000 and Accessories.docx
    This document outlines a request for proposal (RFP) regarding the procurement of specific communication equipment for the Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA. The equipment consists of BK portable two-way radios, speaker microphones, desktop chargers, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, and antennas, all designed to enhance emergency communication capabilities. Key specifications include the BKR5000 model radios with advanced features such as AES encryption, P25 compliance for interoperability with emergency services, and support for over-the-air programming. A total of eight portable radios, five microphones, three chargers, ten batteries, and four types of antennas are specified for purchase. Additionally, the radios must be compatible with the LYNX system and emergency dispatch services of the City of Walla Walla. The document emphasizes performance requirements focused on reliable communication and enhanced security features. The delivery of the equipment is directed to the VA Medical Center's basement building. Overall, the RFP reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining and enhancing emergency communication infrastructure in healthcare settings.
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