N063--WEAPONS DETECTION SYSTEM - Base plus 2 OY [605] | POP: 02/01/2026 - 01/31/2029

Description

{"description":"Description\nThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.\n\nThis solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-06.\n\nThis solicitation is set-aside for 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business concerns IAW FAR 19.1405 SDVOSB Set-aside procedures, and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the VA Veterans First Contracting Program.\n\nThe associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 561621, with a small business size standard of $25.0 Million.\nThe FSC/PSC is N063.\n\nThe VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS), Jerry L. Pettis VA Medical Center (VAMC), located at 11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA 92357-1000 is seeking to purchase a comprehensive Evolv Weapons Detection System (WDS). \n\nAll interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:\n\nSupplies/Services\n\nLine Item\nDescription\nQty\nUnit of Measure\nUnit Price\nTotal Price\n0001\nAmbulance Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n0002\nMain Hospital Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n0003\nNorth Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n0004\nEmployee Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n0005\nEmergency Room Patient Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1001\nAmbulance Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1002\nMain Hospital Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1003\nNorth Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1004\nEmployee Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1005\nEmergency Room Patient Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2001\nAmbulance Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2002\nMain Hospital Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2003\nNorth Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2004\nEmployee Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2005\nEmergency Room Patient Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n\nSTATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)\n\nContract Title\n\nEvolv Weapons Detection System Subscription & Maintenance Agreement.\n\nBackground\n\nThe VA Police at Loma Linda requires a comprehensive Evolv Weapons Detection \nSystem (WDS) subscription and maintenance contract with a Base+2 option years structure to ensure the WDS at five (5) entrances remain functional to provide uninterrupted safety and security of the lanes monitored in VA Police Dispatch. The objective of this contract is to engage a qualified vendor to oversee the comprehensive maintenance of the Evolv Weapons Detection System (WDS) at five (5) primary entry points at the Loma Linda VA Medical Center. The WDS is developed to improve safety and security measures by facilitating contactless security screening, allowing VA Police personnel to detect potential threats more effectively and respond with greater efficiency.\n\nObjective\n\nThe objective of this service contract is to have a contractor to provide all labor, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, parts, software (needed for the general operation of the equipment), travel, supervisors, and qualified personnel to complete the removal, installation, and testing of one Emergency Department CT scanner equipment.\n\nScope\n \nIncumbent contractor will maintain, repair and/or replace existing parts and components directly related the Evolv Weapons Detection System Lanes, hardware and software on the installed WDS Lanes at Loma Linda VA Medical Center (11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA 92357). The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring timely installation and maintenance of all system updates as they are released. Additionally, the contractor will provide the VA Police Contracting Officer Representative (COR) with quarterly written reports detailing the quarterly status and overall performance of the system.\n\nThis agreement may be revised in the future to incorporate additional locations. An extended Evolv Maintenance Agreement may also be considered for inclusion in subsequent fiscal years (2026 and 2027) as necessary, following the potential installation of the facility s systems at future sites.\n\nThe contractor shall provide a Service Support Agreement (SSA) covering the installed equipment, core software, and associated equipment costs as part of the maintenance contract.\n\nThe Loma Linda Evolv Weapons Detection System (WDS), as defined within the scope of this document includes, but is not limited to, the following items:\n\nWired and Wireless Tablets:\n\n15.6-inch Tablet (39.6 cm) Wired and Wireless tablets: 2 per lane, with 1 Floor and 1 Desktop Stand.\n\nWireless Tablet Specifications:\n\nOutdoor 14-inch option ruggedized for weather protection and sunlight.\n14-inch Tablet ruggedized for outdoor use with two (2) 90W Batteries on back panel.\nAC/ DC Power Adapter (19V, 3.42A, 65W) with Power Cord AC/DC for use without battery power.\n\nWireless Tablet Accessories:\n\nExtra 90W Batteries.\nBattery Gang Charger (6 Battery Packs).\nSingle Bay Battery Charger with Adapter.\n\nPhysical Specifications:\n\nDimensions:\n\nDepth: 40.3in (102.4cm).\nWidth: Dual Lane: 130.6in (331.7cm); Single Lane: 73.8in (187.5cm).\nHeight: 74in (188cm).\nWeight: Dual Lane: 352 lbs. (159.7kg); Single Lane: 281 lbs. (127.5kg).\nMat Lip: 0.184in (0.47cm).\nMat Height: 0.89in (2.3cm).\n\nLane Opening:\n\nWidth Each (Optimal): 39.8in (101.1cm).\n\nPower:\n\nVoltage: 100VAC - 240VAC (+/-10%).\nPhase: Single Phase.\n\nConsumption:\n\nTypical 200W max power consumption.\n\nInput/Output:\n\nLine Cord.\n\nUSB 2.0 (service access only).\n\nEthernet (RJ45) for Tablet.\n\nEnvironmental Specifications:\n\nOperating Temperature: Min: -20C, Max: +55C.\n\nStorage Temperature: Min: -40C, Max: +70C.\n\nRelative Humidity: Up to 95%. *\n\nIngress Rating: Standard IP54; Outdoor IP56. **\n\n* Outdoor rated unit is Condensing.\n** Power and data connectors are IP67, resisting water ingress up to 6 .\n\nSpecific Work to be Performed:\n\nThe Evolv System, including the lanes and monitoring tablets within the Police Dispatch shall be connected to an emergency power supply (Red Plug) to ensure uninterrupted operation in the event of unforeseen power or network outages. Additionally, the contractor shall be responsible for comprehensive maintenance of the system to ensure that the WDS remains fully operational at all times.\n\nThe incumbent contractor will be required to provide training to VA Police personnel on the Evolv Weapons Detection System updates and or changes as they occur quarterly.\n\nEvolv Weapons Detection System Maintenance will include maintenance, repairs and/or replacement of equipment on any associated equipment installed as a part of the Evolv Weapons Detection System or necessary equipment that is not already maintained by the facility or a department of the facility, such as conduit and power installed by Facility Management Service (FMS) at the time of the initial install of the system. All other WDS equipment and lanes will be the responsibility of the incumbent contractor.\n\nThe incumbent contractor will provide proposals, to include detailed cost breakdowns on materials and labor fees, to install any new equipment, outside of the contract limitations, as requested by the Chief of Police, or his designee.\n\nVendor is required to submit an Invoice/Service Order upon the completion of each project/job.\n\nThe incumbent contractor will employ no less than three (3) Evolv Certified Technicians who will self-perform all required work. Proof of Certification for each technician, authorized to work on the Evolv system, will be filed in the VA Police Records Control System (RCS) 10.1.\n\nThe purchase order/contract period of performance is 02/01/2026 01/31/2029.\nPlace of Performance/Place of Delivery\nAddress:\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nVA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS)\nJerry L. Pettis VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n11201 Benton Street\nLoma Linda, CA\nPostal Code:\n92357-1000\nCountry:\nUNITED STATES\n\nThe full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far. \n\nThe following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:\nFAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION AUG 2025) \nFAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) \nFAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION AUG 2025) \nFAR 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions. (SEP 2024) \nFAR 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation. (JAN 2017) \nFAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management Registration.(DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.240-90, Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nVAAR 852.252-70, Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008) \n\nThe following contract clauses apply to this acquisition: \nFAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION AUG 2025) \nFAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) \nFAR 52.203-6, ALT I. Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government. (NOV 2021) \nFAR 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements. (JAN 2017) \nFAR 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel. (JAN 2011) \nFAR 52.209-6, Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.219-6, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.219-33, Nonmanufacturer Rule. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-3, Convict Labor. (JUN 2003) \nFAR 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Veterans. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards. (AUG 2018) \nFAR 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts). (AUG 2018) \nFAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons. (DEVIATION OCT 2025) \nFAR 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706. (JAN 2022) \nFAR 52.223-23, Sustainable Products. (DEVIATION FEB 2025) \nFAR 52.226-8, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving. (MAY 2024) \nFAR 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management. (OCT 2018) \nFAR 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. (MAR 2023) \nFAR 52.233-3, Protest after Award. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.244-6, Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nVAAR 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising (MAY 2018) \nVAAR 852.204-70, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (MAY 2020) \nVAAR 852.219-73, VA Small Business Subcontracting Plan Minimum Requirements (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION) \nVAAR 852.219-75, VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION) \nVAAR 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (NOV 2018) \nVAAR 852.239-74, Security Controls Compliance Testing (FEB 2023) \nVAAR 852.242-71, Administrative Contracting Officer (OCT 2020) \n\nAll quoters shall submit the following: All information required by FAR 52.212-1(b) Submission of Offers.\n\nAll quotes shall be sent to the Network Contracting Office (NCO) Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.\n\nAward will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of FAR 13. Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government. \n\nOptions will be evaluated at time of award.\n\nThe following are the decision factors: Price, and past performance, with price more important.\n\nPast performance will be based on CPARS and FAPIIS ratings. No rating in CPARS is equal to a neutral rating.\n\nThe award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government.\nResponses should contain your best terms, conditions.\n\nTo facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition.\"\nOR\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:\"\n Quoters shall list exceptions and rationale for the exceptions, if any.\n\nQuestions shall be received in writing no later than 11/17/2025, 10:00 MST at Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov only. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26225Q1517. \n\nFinal submission of your response shall be received in writing not later than 12/05/2025, 10:00 MST at Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov only. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26225Q1517. \n\nSubmissions shall include your quote using the attached schedule as well as a capabilities statement with qualifications proving all certifications and education required for the work being conducted in the SOW, as this is highly scientific and regulated. Submissions not meeting all requirements of the SOW will be considered ineligible for award.\n\nQuotes should be based on the information provided as no discussions will be allowed. This solicitation is being made under FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.\n\nLate submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).\n\nAny questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below. Phone calls with questions will not be accepted. \nPoint of Contact\nNorman Napper-Rogers, Contracting Officer, Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.\n"} Solicitation Number: 36C26225Q1517 Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation NAICS: 561621 Classification Code: N063 Response Deadline: 2025-12-05T10:00:00-07:00 Office Address: Gilbert, AZ Place of Performance: Loma Linda, CA, 92357-1000 POC: Norman Napper-Rogers, Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov, 602-795-4170 {"description":"Description\nThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.\n\nThis solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-06.\n\nThis solicitation is set-aside for 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business concerns IAW FAR 19.1405 SDVOSB Set-aside procedures, and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the VA Veterans First Contracting Program.\n\nThe associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 561621, with a small business size standard of $25.0 Million.\nThe FSC/PSC is N063.\n\nThe VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS), Jerry L. Pettis VA Medical Center (VAMC), located at 11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA 92357-1000 is seeking to purchase a comprehensive Evolv Weapons Detection System (WDS). \n\nAll interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:\n\nSupplies/Services\n\nLine Item\nDescription\nQty\nUnit of Measure\nUnit Price\nTotal Price\n0001\nAmbulance Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n0002\nMain Hospital Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n0003\nNorth Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n0004\nEmployee Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n0005\nEmergency Room Patient Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1001\nAmbulance Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1002\nMain Hospital Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1003\nNorth Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1004\nEmployee Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n1005\nEmergency Room Patient Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2001\nAmbulance Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2002\nMain Hospital Entrance - Evolv Dual Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2003\nNorth Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2004\nEmployee Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n2005\nEmergency Room Patient Entrance - Evolv Single Lane\n1\nEA\n\n\n\nSTATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)\n\nContract Title\n\nEvolv Weapons Detection System Subscription & Maintenance Agreement.\n\nBackground\n\nThe VA Police at Loma Linda requires a comprehensive Evolv Weapons Detection \nSystem (WDS) subscription and maintenance contract with a Base+2 option years structure to ensure the WDS at five (5) entrances remain functional to provide uninterrupted safety and security of the lanes monitored in VA Police Dispatch. The objective of this contract is to engage a qualified vendor to oversee the comprehensive maintenance of the Evolv Weapons Detection System (WDS) at five (5) primary entry points at the Loma Linda VA Medical Center. The WDS is developed to improve safety and security measures by facilitating contactless security screening, allowing VA Police personnel to detect potential threats more effectively and respond with greater efficiency.\n\nObjective\n\nThe objective of this service contract is to have a contractor to provide all labor, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, parts, software (needed for the general operation of the equipment), travel, supervisors, and qualified personnel to complete the removal, installation, and testing of one Emergency Department CT scanner equipment.\n\nScope\n \nIncumbent contractor will maintain, repair and/or replace existing parts and components directly related the Evolv Weapons Detection System Lanes, hardware and software on the installed WDS Lanes at Loma Linda VA Medical Center (11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA 92357). The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring timely installation and maintenance of all system updates as they are released. Additionally, the contractor will provide the VA Police Contracting Officer Representative (COR) with quarterly written reports detailing the quarterly status and overall performance of the system.\n\nThis agreement may be revised in the future to incorporate additional locations. An extended Evolv Maintenance Agreement may also be considered for inclusion in subsequent fiscal years (2026 and 2027) as necessary, following the potential installation of the facility s systems at future sites.\n\nThe contractor shall provide a Service Support Agreement (SSA) covering the installed equipment, core software, and associated equipment costs as part of the maintenance contract.\n\nThe Loma Linda Evolv Weapons Detection System (WDS), as defined within the scope of this document includes, but is not limited to, the following items:\n\nWired and Wireless Tablets:\n\n15.6-inch Tablet (39.6 cm) Wired and Wireless tablets: 2 per lane, with 1 Floor and 1 Desktop Stand.\n\nWireless Tablet Specifications:\n\nOutdoor 14-inch option ruggedized for weather protection and sunlight.\n14-inch Tablet ruggedized for outdoor use with two (2) 90W Batteries on back panel.\nAC/ DC Power Adapter (19V, 3.42A, 65W) with Power Cord AC/DC for use without battery power.\n\nWireless Tablet Accessories:\n\nExtra 90W Batteries.\nBattery Gang Charger (6 Battery Packs).\nSingle Bay Battery Charger with Adapter.\n\nPhysical Specifications:\n\nDimensions:\n\nDepth: 40.3in (102.4cm).\nWidth: Dual Lane: 130.6in (331.7cm); Single Lane: 73.8in (187.5cm).\nHeight: 74in (188cm).\nWeight: Dual Lane: 352 lbs. (159.7kg); Single Lane: 281 lbs. (127.5kg).\nMat Lip: 0.184in (0.47cm).\nMat Height: 0.89in (2.3cm).\n\nLane Opening:\n\nWidth Each (Optimal): 39.8in (101.1cm).\n\nPower:\n\nVoltage: 100VAC - 240VAC (+/-10%).\nPhase: Single Phase.\n\nConsumption:\n\nTypical 200W max power consumption.\n\nInput/Output:\n\nLine Cord.\n\nUSB 2.0 (service access only).\n\nEthernet (RJ45) for Tablet.\n\nEnvironmental Specifications:\n\nOperating Temperature: Min: -20C, Max: +55C.\n\nStorage Temperature: Min: -40C, Max: +70C.\n\nRelative Humidity: Up to 95%. *\n\nIngress Rating: Standard IP54; Outdoor IP56. **\n\n* Outdoor rated unit is Condensing.\n** Power and data connectors are IP67, resisting water ingress up to 6 .\n\nSpecific Work to be Performed:\n\nThe Evolv System, including the lanes and monitoring tablets within the Police Dispatch shall be connected to an emergency power supply (Red Plug) to ensure uninterrupted operation in the event of unforeseen power or network outages. Additionally, the contractor shall be responsible for comprehensive maintenance of the system to ensure that the WDS remains fully operational at all times.\n\nThe incumbent contractor will be required to provide training to VA Police personnel on the Evolv Weapons Detection System updates and or changes as they occur quarterly.\n\nEvolv Weapons Detection System Maintenance will include maintenance, repairs and/or replacement of equipment on any associated equipment installed as a part of the Evolv Weapons Detection System or necessary equipment that is not already maintained by the facility or a department of the facility, such as conduit and power installed by Facility Management Service (FMS) at the time of the initial install of the system. All other WDS equipment and lanes will be the responsibility of the incumbent contractor.\n\nThe incumbent contractor will provide proposals, to include detailed cost breakdowns on materials and labor fees, to install any new equipment, outside of the contract limitations, as requested by the Chief of Police, or his designee.\n\nVendor is required to submit an Invoice/Service Order upon the completion of each project/job.\n\nThe incumbent contractor will employ no less than three (3) Evolv Certified Technicians who will self-perform all required work. Proof of Certification for each technician, authorized to work on the Evolv system, will be filed in the VA Police Records Control System (RCS) 10.1.\n\nThe purchase order/contract period of performance is 02/01/2026 01/31/2029.\nPlace of Performance/Place of Delivery\nAddress:\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nVA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS)\nJerry L. Pettis VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n11201 Benton Street\nLoma Linda, CA\nPostal Code:\n92357-1000\nCountry:\nUNITED STATES\n\nThe full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far. \n\nThe following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:\nFAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION AUG 2025) \nFAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) \nFAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION AUG 2025) \nFAR 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions. (SEP 2024) \nFAR 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation. (JAN 2017) \nFAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management Registration.(DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.240-90, Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nVAAR 852.252-70, Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008) \n\nThe following contract clauses apply to this acquisition: \nFAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION AUG 2025) \nFAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) \nFAR 52.203-6, ALT I. Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government. (NOV 2021) \nFAR 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements. (JAN 2017) \nFAR 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel. (JAN 2011) \nFAR 52.209-6, Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.219-6, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.219-33, Nonmanufacturer Rule. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-3, Convict Labor. (JUN 2003) \nFAR 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Veterans. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards. (AUG 2018) \nFAR 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts). (AUG 2018) \nFAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons. (DEVIATION OCT 2025) \nFAR 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification. (DEVIATION DATE) \nFAR 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706. (JAN 2022) \nFAR 52.223-23, Sustainable Products. (DEVIATION FEB 2025) \nFAR 52.226-8, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving. (MAY 2024) \nFAR 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management. (OCT 2018) \nFAR 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. (MAR 2023) \nFAR 52.233-3, Protest after Award. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nFAR 52.244-6, Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (DEVIATION NOV 2025) \nVAAR 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising (MAY 2018) \nVAAR 852.204-70, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (MAY 2020) \nVAAR 852.219-73, VA Small Business Subcontracting Plan Minimum Requirements (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION) \nVAAR 852.219-75, VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION) \nVAAR 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (NOV 2018) \nVAAR 852.239-74, Security Controls Compliance Testing (FEB 2023) \nVAAR 852.242-71, Administrative Contracting Officer (OCT 2020) \n\nAll quoters shall submit the following: All information required by FAR 52.212-1(b) Submission of Offers.\n\nAll quotes shall be sent to the Network Contracting Office (NCO) Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.\n\nAward will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of FAR 13. Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government. \n\nOptions will be evaluated at time of award.\n\nThe following are the decision factors: Price, and past performance, with price more important.\n\nPast performance will be based on CPARS and FAPIIS ratings. No rating in CPARS is equal to a neutral rating.\n\nThe award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government.\nResponses should contain your best terms, conditions.\n\nTo facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition.\"\nOR\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:\"\n Quoters shall list exceptions and rationale for the exceptions, if any.\n\nQuestions shall be received in writing no later than 11/17/2025, 10:00 MST at Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov only. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26225Q1517. \n\nFinal submission of your response shall be received in writing not later than 12/05/2025, 10:00 MST at Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov only. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26225Q1517. \n\nSubmissions shall include your quote using the attached schedule as well as a capabilities statement with qualifications proving all certifications and education required for the work being conducted in the SOW, as this is highly scientific and regulated. Submissions not meeting all requirements of the SOW will be considered ineligible for award.\n\nQuotes should be based on the information provided as no discussions will be allowed. This solicitation is being made under FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.\n\nLate submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).\n\nAny questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below. Phone calls with questions will not be accepted. \nPoint of Contact\nNorman Napper-Rogers, Contracting Officer, Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.\n"}