121453 O5 - Solicitation Addendum 1 (Change in Scope).docx

This document is Solicitation Addendum One for the Nebraska Department of Veterans Affairs' Nurse Communication Devices procurement (Solicitation Number 121453 O5). The addendum modifies the original Request for Proposal (RFP) by adjusting the device quantities, specifically changing the scope to include 45 smart screen communication devices and 110 non-screen communication devices for the Central Nebraska Veterans Home. The solicitation seeks a comprehensive turnkey solution for communication device procurement, with electronic responses due on August 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. A mandatory project site visit is scheduled for July 16, 2025, and the contract term is structured for four years with potential two-year renewal options.

The procurement process includes a 100-point evaluation methodology, with points allocated across Corporate Overview (25 points), Technical Response (55 points), and Cost Sheet (20 points), with potential additional points for oral interviews. The project requires vendor integration with existing technological infrastructure, including an ASCOM wireless phone system, Versus Real Time Locating System, and Accutech wander management system. The solicitation suggests potential preference for Nebraska vendors, resident disabled veterans, or businesses in designated enterprise zones. Vendors must provide comprehensive documentation, including shop drawings, submittals, warranty documents, and as-built drawings, with pricing expected to remain fixed for the initial two years and any subsequent price increases requiring 30-day written notification to the State Purchasing Bureau.