DG01--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Minneapolis VAMC- Installation and Configureation of Fortinet Firewalls to repair AVTECH Dispatch Console
ID: 36C26325Q0119Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DG01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a9561851ee9c4896b1a4854a3508731d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to ANCOM Communications, Inc. for the installation and configuration of two Fortinet Firewalls to repair the AVTECH Dispatch Console at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center (VAMC). This procurement aims to enhance the functionality of the 911 Dispatch System by reducing call ring times, enabling caller ID, and facilitating call transfers with other agencies, which are critical for effective emergency response. The contractor will provide a firm fixed price for the installation services, which must be completed by November 20, 2024. Interested parties may submit a capabilities statement by November 4, 2024, at 5:00 PM CT, but this notice is not a request for competitive quotes; all inquiries should be directed to Contract Specialist Theresa Thunder at theresa.thunder@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Theresa (Tess) ThunderContract Specialist
    (701) 239-3700
    theresa.thunder@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to ANCOM Communications, Inc. for the installation and configuration of two Fortinet Firewalls to repair the AVTECH Dispatch Console at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center (VAMC). This project addresses critical improvements in the 911 Dispatch System, including reducing call ring times, enabling caller ID, and allowing call transfers with other agencies, which are essential for responding to emergency situations effectively. The contractor will provide a fixed price for the installation services, which must be completed by November 20, 2024. Interested parties can submit a capabilities statement by November 4, 2024, 5:00 PM CT, but this notice is not a request for competitive quotes. Responses can only be made in writing to the specified contract specialist, Theresa Thunder, via her email address. The urgency of this project underscores the VA's commitment to enhancing emergency communication capabilities to ensure patient and staff safety.
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