36C26120R0007-0006009.pdf

This notice describes a forthcoming federal solicitation for installation of anti-ligature door alarms at multiple Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities. The contractor will be required to furnish, install, and interface a suicide deterrent and alarm system across 75 doors at VA locations in California, Hawaii, Nevada, and Reno to detect the presence of ligatures before pressure is applied. The system must be addressable, self-monitoring, capable of remote diagnostics, and include visual and audible alarms as well as electronic event logging accessible for review. The total period of performance is 150 days following notice to proceed, and the construction value is estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The solicitation will be issued on December 30, 2019 as a total small business set-aside and posted to Federal Business Opportunities. Proposals will be due 30 days later unless extended, with site visits planned at each of the five locations.