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Special Notice

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Contract Specialist Kimberly Devlin kimberly.devlin@va.gov

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The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 7, on behalf of the Atlanta VAMC at 1670 Clairmont Rd., Decatur, GA, 30033, hereby provides notice of its intent to negotiate on a sole source, firm-fixed price contract with no options with Venergy Group, LLC., located at 3130 Seminole Rd., Ft. Pierce, FL 34951. The award will be executed under authority at FAR 6.302-5 and VAAR 819.7008.

The rationale for the sole source acquisition is that Venergy Group LLC., is a SDVOSB who brings about several compelling factors complete Next GEN WiFi: Site Prep Conduit Installation. Venergy Group is their extensive familiarity with the facility, personnel, and established processes and procedures at the site where the work will be conducted. This pre-existing knowledge base significantly reduces the learning curve associated with the project, allowing for a more seamless integration of the installation activities into the existing operational framework of the site. Their previous experience at the Atlanta campus has equipped them with insights into logistical challenges, security protocols, and the specific needs of the site, which are critical for the successful execution of the project.

The work required for the Next GEN WiFi installation entails a combination of multiple complex disciplines, including demolition and wall penetration, conduit installation, and the termination of cables. These tasks not only require technical expertise but also a coordinated approach to ensure that the work is completed efficiently while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations. Venergy's team has demonstrated their capability to navigate these intricacies effectively during past projects, thereby enhancing their candidacy as the sole source provider.

In addition to the VetCert search results and the knowledge of the market/industry known to the contracting and the requiring activities, the intent to use a sole source SDVOSB in accordance with FAR 6.302-5 and VAAR 806.302-570(a) and (b) is sufficient. This action is in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 8127 and VAAR 819.7008. This notice satisfies requirements identified in FAR Part 5. The intended procurement will be classified under Product Service Code (PSC) N059 and the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 238210 with a small business size of $19 million.

THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A SOLICATION OR REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES/OFFERS. No solicitation page is available, but interested parties may identify their capability to respond to this requirement. Any responses to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must include, at a minimum: (a) company name; (b) UEI; (c) point of contact information; and (d) capability, manufacturer authorizations, and installation specifics.

The Department of Veterans Affairs will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice. All responses from responsible sources will be fully considered for determining whether competition is most advantageous for the Government. A determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government. To be considered for review, all capability statements must be received no later than 4:00PM EST on April 25, 2025. Responses are to be submitted to Kimberly Devlin, Contract Specialist, at kimberly.devlin@va.gov and cc’ Gregory Snyder, Contracting Officer, at gregory.snyder@va.gov. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.