N059--VA Outdoor Digital Communication Signs Installation POP: 06/15/2026 - 06/14/2027

36C26226Q0250

******* The purpose of this amendment is to respond to questions asked regarding this solicitation.

Q. What is the manufacturer and model number of each existing digital sign?

A. WatchFire W19i-F8. Adaptive A Series

Q. Are the existing sign cabinets and structures intended to remain in place and be reused entirely?

A. Two Re-Used cabinets, One completely new cabinet Corner of Ajo/6th Avenue.

Q. Are the existing LED modules being replaced, or only the control hardware/software?

A. Yes, everything needs to be replaced except for the existing structure that holds the signs itself

Q. Is the Government providing any owner-furnished equipment, software licenses, controllers, or replacement modules?

A. No

Q. Please provide photographs of:

Front of each sign

Rear access panels

Internal components/controllers

Existing electrical connections

Existing networking/data connections

Existing mounting methods and cabinet interiors

A. See Attached document with the photos.

Q. What specifically is included in new hardware ?

A. Current housings are missing some stainless Hardware.

Q. Is OPx software licensing expected to be included in the contractor s proposal?

A. Yes

Q. Is remote connectivity/network configuration required as part of commissioning?

A. Yes

Q. Are there existing data/network lines already routed to both signs?

A. Yes

Q. Is any electrical work anticipated beyond reconnecting to existing power?

A. Yes

Q. Are there any known issues with the existing structures, water intrusion, corrosion, Power supply, controllers, or communication hardware?

A. No

Q. Is programming/content setup required as part of the scope?

A. Yes

Q. Is testing and commissioning required at turnover, and if so, what acceptance criteria will be used?

A. Testing and conformance will consist of a 48 hour burn in time with no glitches or power disruptions.

Q. Will the VA require onsite training for staff on operation of the new software/system?

A. Yes

Q. Are there any warranty duration requirements for the installed components and software?

A. Yes, one year

Q. Are lift equipment, traffic control, or lane closures anticipated at either gate location?

A. Yes

Q. Are there any cybersecurity or IT approval requirements associated with the OPx software installation?

A. Yes FIPS 140-2

Q. Can the VA provide any as-built drawings, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, or previous maintenance records for the existing signs?

A. No, they cannot be provided to the vendors due to VA security policies.

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.202, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.

This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-06 (eff. 10/01/2025), FAR Deviation NOV 2025 (eff. 11/19/2025), VAAR DEVIATION APR 2025 (eff. 04/01/2025), VAAM Alert 26-01 (eff. 10/01/2025), and Acquisition Policy Flash 26-23 eff. 11/19/2025).

This solicitation is set-aside for 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns IAW FAR 19.1405 SDVOSB Set-aside procedures, and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the VA Veterans First Contracting Program.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339950, with a small business size standard of 500 Employees.

The FSC/PSC is N059.

The Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS), located at 3601 South 6th Avenue , Tucson, AZ 85723-0001 is seeking for installation services for Outdoor Digital Communication Signs.

All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:

Supplies/Services

Refer to Price/Cost Schedule (Attached)

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

VA Outdoor Digital Communication Signs Installation SAVAHCS

Contract Title: VA Outdoor Digital Communication Signs Installation

Introduction:

The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System has a requirement for two new Digital Signs Installation services to be installed at the Southern Arizona VA at 3601 South 6th Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85723.

Background:

Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) has two digital communications signs located at the Ajo Gate and 6th Ave Gate. The Electronics Section under Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Service will utilize a vendor to remove all existing aged modules, install new hardware, install new software and modules to the existing structure, and utilize existing structure, and utilize existing power. Outdoor digital communication signs at SAVAHCS are used to display important information to Veterans staff.

Scope:

The scope of this award includes hardware removal, installation of new hardware to existing structure, and installation of new software for the two electronic signs.

Specific Tasks:

Contract work includes the following:

Removal of aged Hardware from Ajo Gate and 6th Ave Gate digital signs.

Installation of new hardware to both signs in existing structure.

Installation of Opx Software to both signs in existing structure.

Utilization of existing power source for both signs.

The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to satisfy the needs of this contract.

Period of Performance:

Period of Performance: 06/15/2026-06/14/2027

Normal Work Hours:

Contractor shall perform the following work at the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System during normal working hours 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday with exceptions to Federal Holidays.

Federal Holidays

New Year s Day

January 01

Martin Luther King s Birthday

Third Monday in January

President s Day

Third Monday in February

Memorial Day

Last Monday in May

Juneteenth

June 19

Independence Day

July 04

Labor Day

First Monday in September

Columbus Day

Second Monday in October

Veterans Day

November 11

Thanksgiving Day

Fourth Thursday in November

Christmas Day

December 25

If the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as a national holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a National holiday by U.S. Government Agencies, and any day specifically declared by the President of the United States of America.

Place of Performance:

Department of Veteran Affairs

Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System

3601 South 6th Avenue

Tucson, AZ 85723

Parking:

Contractor parking is available within a quarter of a mile of the hospital. One tool truck is allowed to park on property. All contractors, personal vehicles, parking on the hospital grounds is prohibited. Temporary loading and staging areas are allowed and will be designated by the VA COTR.

The VA shall not invalidate or make reimbursement for parking violations of the Contractor s personnel under any circumstances.

Contractor ID:

All contractors with this project currently possess a government issued Non-PIV/I badge. The Non-PIV/I badge must be valid and visible above the waist at all times while working on federal property.

If the vendor selected is currently in possession of a Non-PIV/I badge they must present proof the badge is current and not expired. The contract will not be awarded until all parties affiliated with the contract have current credentials and able to provide or obtain proof of expiration date.

Smoking Policy:

Smoking is and vaping are prohibited on Government property.

Complaints:

a. Contractor shall promptly and courteously respond to complaints within three (3) working days to the COR. Including complaints brought to the contractor s attention by the CO. Contractor shall maintain a written record of all complaints, both written and oral showing the identity of the individual, the nature of the complaint, and contractor s response. Contractor shall permit the Government to inspect the written records of complaints upon reasonable notice from the CO.

**End of Statement of Work**

The purchase order period of performance is 06/15/2026 - 06/14/2027.

Free on Board Origin (FOB) is destination.

Place of Performance/Place of Delivery

Address:

Department of Veterans Affairs

Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS)

3601 South 6th Ave.

Tucson, AZ

Postal Code:

85723-0001

Country:

UNITED STATES

The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.

The following solicitation provisions and clause apply to this acquisition:

FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (SEP 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)

FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

FAR 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation. (JAN 2017)

FAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management Registration. (NOV 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.212-12, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)

FAR 52.216-1, Type of Contract (APR 1984) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.229-11, Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements Notice and Representation (NOV 2007)(DEVEATION SEP 2025)

FAR 52.252-5, Authorized Deviation in Provisions (NOV 2020)

VAAR 852.239-71, Information System Security Plan and Accreditation (FEB 2023)

VAAR 852.239-75, Information and Communication Technology Accessibility Notice (FEB 2023)

VAAR 852.252-70, Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008)

VAAR 852-273-74, Award without Exchanges (NOV 2021)

The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:

FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)

FAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference. (FEB 1998)

FAR 52.203-17, Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights. (NOV 2023)

FAR 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements. (JAN 2017)

FAR 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (JAN 2011)

FAR 52.204-13, System for Award Management-Maintenance. (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.209-6, Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded. (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations. (NOV 2015) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns. (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside. (NOV 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.219-14, Limitation on Subcontracting. (OCT 2022) (DEVEATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.219-28, Postaward Small Business Program Rerepresentaion (JAN 2025 (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.219.33, Nonmanufacturer Rule. (SEP 2021) (DEVEATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.222-3, Convict Labor. (JUN 2003) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities. (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards. (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires. (MAY 2014)

FAR 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts). (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons. (NOV 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.222-55, Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026 (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706. (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.223-21, Foam (May 2024)

FAR 52.226-8, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving. (MAY 2024)

FAR 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management. (OCT 2018)

FAR 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. (MAR 2023)

FAR 52.233-3, Protest after Award. (AUG 1996) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. (OCT 2004) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.237-2, Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (APR 1984)

FAR 52.240-92, Security Requirements. (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

FAR 52.244-6, Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)

FAR 52.252-6, Authorized Deviations in Clauses (NOV 2020)

VAAR 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising (MAY 2018)

VAAR 852.204-70, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (MAY 2020) (DEVIATION FEB 2026)

VAAR 852.204-72, Personnel Vetting and Credentialing (MARCH 2026)

VAAR 852.212-72, Gray Market and Counterfeit Items-Information Technology Maintenance Allowing Other Than New Parts (FEB 2023)

VAAR 852.219-73, VA Notice to Total Set-Aside for Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION)

VAAR 852.219-75, VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION)

VAAR 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (NOV 2018)

VAAR 852.239-70, Security Requirements for Information Technology Resources (FEB 2023)

VAAR 852.239-76, Information and Communication Technology Accessibility (FEB 2023)

VAAR 852.242-71, Administrative Contracting Officer (OCT 2020)

All Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. This is accomplished through the Tungsten Network located at: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp. This is mandatory and the sole method for submitting invoices.

All quoters shall submit the following: All information required by FAR 52.212-1(b) Submission of Offers to include, but not limited to, SAM UEI.

All quotes shall be sent to the Network Contracting Office (NCO) Catherine.fernandezpedernera@va.gov.

Award will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of RFO FAR 12. Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government.

The following are the decision factors: Price, and past performance, with price more important.

Past performance will be based on CPARS and FAPIIS ratings. No rating in CPARS is equal to a neutral rating.

The award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government.

Responses should contain your best terms, conditions.

NOTE: RFO FAR 52.212-3 is RESERVED and replaced with: https://sam.gov/ registration is required to be complete at time of submission of response. Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://sam.gov/.

FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)

Addenda to FAR 52.212-4 are attached.

To facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition."

OR

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:"

Quoters shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s), if any.

Note: It is Encouraged for all interested parties to attend the site visit on the date and time stated below.

Site visit: Site visit will be conducted by the COR Karla Sharbuno, Karla.Sharbuno@va.gov 520-792-1450 Ext. 13775 on May 27, 2026 at 9:00 am (PST) and will meet at the front main lobby located at 3601 South 6th Ave ., Tucson AZ 85723. Please email Karla Sharbuno to RSVP with your contact information if you plan to attend the site visit.

Questions shall be received electronically only not later than 10:00 PDT on 05/29/2026 at Catherine.fernandezpedernera@va.gov.

Submission of your final response shall be received electronically not later than 10:00 PDT on 06/03/2026 at Catherine.fernandezpedernera@va.gov. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26226Q0250.

Submissions shall include your quote using the attached schedule as well as a capabilities statement with qualifications proving all certifications and education required for the work being conducted in the SOW. Submissions not meeting all requirements of the SOW will be considered ineligible for award.

Quotes should be based on the information provided as no discussions will be allowed. This solicitation is being made under FAR 12.201-1 Simplified Procedures.

Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below. Phone calls with questions will not be accepted.

Point of Contact

Catherine Fernandez, Contract Specialist, Catherine.fernandezpedernera@va.gov.