N063--Lynx Panic Alarm System Upgrade See attached/Within for details
ID: 36C25625Q0617Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings (561790)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (N063)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e257d27cd1a64c4bac71d249eda80370/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking potential contractors for the upgrade of the Lynx Panic Alarm System at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas, along with its 13 Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). The project aims to enhance existing hardware, expand infrastructure, and ensure compatibility with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements, thereby improving safety protocols within veteran healthcare services. This Sources Sought Notice is part of market research to identify qualified sources and does not constitute a formal solicitation; interested parties must submit their company details and socio-economic status by March 18, 2025, to the Contracting Officer, Steven A. Berkeley, at Steven.berkeley@va.gov.

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    Steven A. BerkeleyContracting Officer
    Steven.berkeley@va.gov
    Steven.berkeley@va.gov
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    36C25625Q0617.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting information through a Sources Sought Notice regarding the upgrade of the Lynx Panic Alarm System at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas, along with its 13 Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). This notice, identified as 36C25625Q0617, is part of market research to identify potential contractors for the project and does not constitute a formal solicitation. The upgrade entails enhancing existing hardware, expanding infrastructure at specified locations, and ensuring compatibility with OEM requirements. Potential contractors must provide details such as company name, address, contact information, socio-economic status, and Unique Entity ID, ensuring alignment with NAICS Code 561621. Interested parties are encouraged to submit inquiries via email to the designated Contracting Officer, Steven A. Berkeley, before the deadline of March 18, 2025, at 4 PM Central Time. This process aims to facilitate a competitive single award for the project following thorough market analysis, emphasizing that the VA is not obligated to award a contract based on this notice. The overall goal is to enhance safety protocols through a functional and robust panic alarm system.
    Draft PWS - Lynx System Upgrade.pdf
    The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center is issuing a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for an upgrade and expansion of its existing Lynx Duress Notification System. This project aims to enhance the system's capabilities to meet the needs of Police Service, which includes upgrading hardware and infrastructure at the main facility and extending it to 13 Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, and services to implement this upgrade, ensuring that the system adheres to OEM specifications and various safety standards. Key requirements include replacing existing panic alarm buttons, introducing additional wireless panic alarms in critical areas, and integrating with legacy physical security systems. Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations is mandated, as well as ensuring that all personnel involved are qualified and certified by OEM. Payments for the contract will be processed monthly or quarterly, with strict reporting and compliance measures outlined for contractor performance. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to enhancing safety and security within its medical facilities.
    Source of Sought Notice Lynx Panic Alarm System.pdf
    The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX, is seeking potential contractors for upgrading and expanding its Lynx Panic Alarm System, which serves both the main facility and 13 Community Based Outpatient Clinics. This Sources Sought Notice is aimed at gathering information on qualified sources and their business classifications, rather than initiating a formal solicitation. The contractor is expected to provide comprehensive services, including labor, materials, technical support, and adherence to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards. Interested companies are requested to submit essential information, including company details and socio-economic status, no later than March 18, 2025. This notice emphasizes that it is purely for market research purposes and does not constitute an obligation for the government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. This initiative showcases the government's intent to enhance security infrastructure for veteran healthcare services while exploring competitive acquisition strategies.
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