36C10B26Q0267 0002.docx

This is a Modification to a Previous Notice for a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. The RFI, solicitation number 36C10B26Q0267, seeks capability statements from qualified sources for procurement, installation, configuration, testing, and training of a High Frequency (HF) Radio Network across approximately 210 critical VHA facilities nationwide. The VHA requires the HFRN to function as a last-resort communication system during disruptions to normal communications, including disaster responses and cybersecurity incidents, with full operational capability targeted by July 2027. Responses are due by April 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, and the RFI will be archived 90 days after the response date.

Respondents must address HF radio hardware specifications and features, interoperability with existing emergency communication systems including redundant internet capabilities, and options for fixed, mobile, and hybrid network configurations. The product service code is 5820, and the NAICS code is 334220. Key contacts are David Gabrysiak and Debra Clayton at david.gabrysiak@va.gov and debra.clayton2@va.gov, with phone number 401-273-7100 X-6746. Supplementary materials include the VHA Facility Inventory for the HFRN, questions and answers, and an RFI QA document dated March 27, 2026. This is a pre-solicitation notice and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.