6910--Brand Name or Equal - Police Training Simulator - Fargo
ID: 36C26325Q0345Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

TRAINING AIDS (6910)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for a portable weapons training simulator system, specifically the VirTra 100 LE, for the Fargo VA Health Care System's Police Department. The procurement aims to enhance the training capabilities of law enforcement personnel by providing a comprehensive training solution that includes specific physical dimensions, IT requirements, and operational capabilities. This initiative underscores the federal commitment to improving officer preparedness through advanced training technologies while ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by January 21, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Dennis W. Salmonsen at Dennis.Salmonsen@va.gov.

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    Dennis W SalmonsenContracting Officer
    Dennis.Salmonsen@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered 36C26325Q0345 to procure a Police Training Simulator for the Police Department of the VA Fargo Health Care System. This solicitation follows FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, under the associated NAICS Code 333310. Interested vendors are required to provide an itemized quote along with adequate technical documentation to demonstrate compliance with the solicitation's salient characteristics. All submissions must be sent via email to the designated Contract Specialist, Dennis Salmonsen, as telephone inquiries are not permitted. The deadline for responses is set for January 17, 2025, at 13:00 Mountain Time. The contract is designated as a firm-fixed-price agreement and is set aside for the Small Business Administration (SBA). The procurement aims to ensure that the VA Fargo Health Care System has the necessary training tools for its police personnel, emphasizing efficient acquisition processes in federal contracting.
    The document is a federal solicitation for a portable weapons training simulator system requested by the Fargo VA Health Care System for its police department. The solicitation outlines the minimum specifications required for the VirTra 100 LE system and accessories, including physical dimensions, IT requirements, projection and sound systems, and operational capabilities. Delivery is to be completed within 60 days after receiving the order, with the installation also performed by the vendor. The contract is a firm-fixed-price agreement with specified service and warranty obligations. Important provisions include the requirement for electronic invoicing and compliance with federal statutes pertaining to contracting, particularly focusing on the evaluation of service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small businesses. A comprehensive statement of work is provided, which includes conditions for performance, record management obligations, and security considerations regarding sensitive data handling. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing government contracts to ensure accountability in the delivery of goods and services. This RFP demonstrates the government’s commitment to enhancing operational capabilities for law enforcement while promoting small business participation as part of procurement processes.
    The document outlines an amendment to a solicitation for a portable weapons training simulator system for the Fargo VA Health Care System's Police Department. Key modifications include reducing the technical maintenance support period from two years to one year and confirming that the solicitation due date remains January 17, 2025. The project requires a portable simulator (VirTra 100 LE) with specific features, including a self-contained case, a laptop-based instruction station, and a robust projection and sound system. Installation and on-site training by the contractor's certified technician are mandatory, along with providing one year of technical support. Deliverables must comply with federal records management regulations, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding records and data created under the contract. The contractor must also ensure proper training for employees handling federal records. Overall, the document serves as a critical component of the federal RFP process, ensuring compliance with regulations while detailing project specifications and requirements for the contractor.
    The Federal Request for Proposal (RFP) pertaining to the Fargo VA Health Care System involves acquiring a weapons training simulator system for the Police Department. The main purpose is to enhance the training capability of law enforcement personnel through the procurement of a VirTra 100 LE simulator and related accessories. This document outlines essential specifications which include physical dimensions, computer and projection system requirements, sound systems, and necessary operational characteristics. A significant amendment updates a line item from Taser 7 to Taser 10 and extends the submission deadline for bids to January 21, 2025. The contract is outlined as a Firm-Fixed-Priced single supply agreement, characterized by a 60-day performance period for delivery following the award. The document specifies that all necessary training and technical support post-installation must be provided by the vendor, ensuring seamless integration into the existing training framework. Given its context, the RFP underscores the federal commitment to enhancing officer preparedness through advanced training technologies while adhering to stringent procurement protocols.
    The document outlines the "Buy American Certificate," a provision required in federal solicitations. It mandates that Offerors certify whether each end product is a domestic item, and that domestic products contain critical components unless specified otherwise. It details the process for identifying foreign end products, including those manufactured in the U.S. that don't qualify as domestic and the necessity to indicate domestic content percentages. The document includes a section for listing foreign end products based on line item numbers, as well as a space for detailing domestic end products with critical components. Additionally, it emphasizes adherence to the evaluation policies outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation. An addendum affirms that line items 0001 through 0017 are domestic products manufactured in the U.S. This certificate ensures compliance with domestic sourcing laws in federal acquisition processes.
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