The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide Fire & Security Monitoring services at the Fort Gibson National Cemetery in Oklahoma. The procurement involves continuous 24/7 monitoring of the existing fire and security alarm systems, immediate notification of emergency services upon alarm activation, and regular system testing and reporting. This opportunity is particularly significant as it ensures the safety and security of the cemetery, which serves as a final resting place for veterans. Interested parties, especially those classified under NAICS 561621 and eligible for the Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside, are encouraged to submit their company details and estimated costs by the specified deadline to David Hester at David.Hester@va.gov, as this information will inform future procurement decisions.

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The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis from the National Cemetery Administration (NCA), aimed at identifying potential contractors for Fire & Security Monitoring services at Fort Gibson National Cemetery, Oklahoma. It seeks responses from businesses classified under NAICS 561621, especially targeting small businesses, including those owned by veterans, or those eligible for various federal certifications. The NCA intends to establish a contract for a Base+4 service agreement and encourages interested parties to provide pertinent company details and estimated costs by a specified deadline. The information gathered will inform future procurement decisions, and a formal solicitation may follow. This synopsis is not a solicitation for proposals; rather, it serves as preliminary market research to gauge interest and capabilities in fulfilling the contract requirements.

The required work consists of the following but not limited to:

Continuous monitoring (24/7) of the Fire & Security alarm system
Notify Fire or Police immediately of an alarm alert notification
Notify Cemetery Director and Foremen within 15 mins of an alarm alert notification
Conduct annual system testing, cleaning and inspection of panels, detectors, stations, and alarms
Provide monthly monitoring reports and annual inspection/test reports

Equipment & System:  The government owned Fire & Security system consists of two (2) systems:

Honeywell fire control panel located in the administrative building: the system consists of ten (10) Strobe / Audible Alarms, seven (7) - Smoke Detectors, three (3) - Pull Stations, and one (1) keypads.
GE/EST iO500 fire alarm panel located in the maintenance building: the system consists of eleven (11) - Smoke Detectors, eight (8) Strobe / Audible Alarms, three (3) - Pull Stations, and one (1) keypads.

Note:  The monitoring system used by the contractor will need to be compatible with the existing equipment.

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