Notice of Intent to Sole Source Siemens Fire Monitoring Services Fort Leavenworth. -- S208
ID: QNE--NCA-24-000354Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786)QUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fe4ec474cbb44a41bc27abb4c081669f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a Sole Source contract for fire monitoring and security services at Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery, utilizing proprietary Siemens equipment. The procurement will cover fire and security monitoring and inspections for the Administrative Office, with a base contract period of one year and options for up to four additional years. This service is critical for maintaining safety and compliance at the cemetery, ensuring the effective operation of existing Siemens systems. The estimated total value of the contract is $13,997.38, with offers due by 10:00 AM EST on September 24, 2024, and the anticipated award date set for September 25, 2024. Interested parties may contact April Graves at april.graves@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    April Graves
    april.graves@va.gov
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    NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE - Fort Leavenworth Fire Alarm.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to pursue a Sole Source Award for fire and security monitoring services at Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery, using proprietary Siemens Equipment. The procurement, adhering to the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) under FAR Part 13, will be a Firm Fixed Price contract with an anticipated award date of September 25, 2024. The contract period spans one year with an estimated total value of $13,997.38, including options for up to four additional years. The relevant NAICS code is 561621 for Security Systems Services, and the Small Business Administration size standard applies. This notice is strictly informational; no formal solicitation is provided, and responses must demonstrate clear advantages of competitive procurement. Interested parties must submit offers by 10:00 AM EST on September 24, 2024, to the designated email. The VA retains complete discretion regarding whether to compete the procurement or proceed with the sole source award. This document illustrates the VA's efforts to manage its procurement processes while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.
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