J063--Upgrade Bldg 27 Security System & Access Control System for CIVAHCS

Veterans Integrated Service Network 23 (VA Central Iowa Health Care System) is issuing a Request for Information on June 26, 2026 to identify small business vendors capable of upgrading Building 27 Warehouse security system and access controls; this is market research only, not a binding solicitation. Total small business set-aside applies.

Respondents must be Hirsch Group Certified System Integrators and provide proof of certification with their response. The Buy American Act applies to the supplies portion; vendors must identify place of manufacture for all proposed equipment or equivalent items.

Work is located at VA Central Iowa Health Care System, 3600 th Street, Des Moines, Iowa. The scope includes removing and replacing three existing card readers with new Hirsch Scrambleprox readers in covered boxes at Doors A, C, and E (with Door A reader relocated to Door D); installing an automatic door operator with relay control and ADA-accessible push button at Door D interior double doors; installing five motion detectors (four in Warehouse Room 1002, one in Corridor C1000); furnishing and installing Hirsch input and relay boards integrated into the existing Hirsch access control system; supplying approximately 470 linear feet of cabling, conduit, and junction boxes; performing fire caulking and firestopping at fire-rated barrier penetrations; labeling all devices and infrastructure; submitting closeout documentation; and providing end-user training to VA warehouse staff.

Performance period is thirty calendar days from Notice to Proceed. All work must occur Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM CST, excluding Federal holidays, unless advance written authorization is obtained. Contractor must designate an OSHA-certified Competent Person with OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety training and ensure all staff complete OSHA 10-hour training within seven days of NTP. A one-year warranty on workmanship and installed equipment is required commencing at final acceptance.

Contact Joshua Imdacha, NCO 23 Contract Officer, at Joshua.Imdacha@va.gov.