DG11--Direct SAT TV Service CAVHCS East Campus (Tuskegee AL and N. Columbus GA)
ID: 36C24725Q0047Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Satellite Telecommunications (517410)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e5523ff9fabb42c79f9b00bb215d7ee5/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide satellite television services for the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) East Campus in Tuskegee and the North Columbus Clinic. The procurement involves the installation and maintenance of satellite TV services for a total of 222 televisions, ensuring access to specific high-definition channels for patient entertainment, with a base performance period from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, and four optional extension years. This initiative aims to enhance the patient experience at VA facilities, reflecting the government's commitment to quality care for veterans. Interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Jessica Cummings at Jessica.Cummings3@va.gov or (803) 776-4000 x7801 for further details and to access the attached solicitation document.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jessica CummingsContracting Officer
    (803) 776-4000 x7801
    Jessica.Cummings3@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    36C24725Q0047_1.docx
    The Presolicitation Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) outlines an upcoming solicitation for Direct Satellite Television (SAT TV) services at the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) facilities in Tuskegee, AL, and Columbus, GA. The solicitation number is 36C24725Q0047, and it is set aside for Small Businesses. Interested vendors must submit offers by the deadline of September 19, 2024, at 12 PM Eastern Time. The notice indicates that the official solicitation will be posted on or before September 10, 2024. The primary contact for this opportunity is Contracting Officer Jessica Cummings, who can be reached via email at Jessica.Cummings3@va.gov. This document serves to alert potential bidders about the forthcoming contract, providing essential details regarding the location, deadlines, and contact information necessary for participation in the bidding process.
    S02 RFQ SB 36C24725Q0047 Direct TV SAT Services.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for providing Direct TV satellite television services to the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) and North Columbus Clinic. The contract's base performance period is set from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, with four optional extension years. The services encompass the installation and maintenance of satellite television services, covering 200 televisions in Tuskegee and 22 televisions in Columbus, delivering specific high-definition channels for patient entertainment. Key requirements include the contractor's provision of labor and materials, 24/7 technical support, and periodic maintenance. Any additional equipment must be obtained by the contractor with costs included in the overall bid. The contractor must follow specific identification and parking protocols while working on VA premises. Furthermore, the RFP specifies compliance with various federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and outlines invoicing, dispute resolution, and payment provisions, ensuring the Government’s payment process is efficient and compliant with existing laws. The document aims to enhance patient experience at VA facilities, reflecting the government's commitment to supporting veteran care through quality service agreements.
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