N099--OR Overhead Paging Speaker Redesign

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 17 is soliciting bids for the redesign and upgrade of an overhead paging speaker system in the Surgery Suite at Audie L. Murphy Memorial VA Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. The project requires replacing 35 existing overhead speakers with new Rauland 2'X2' speakers, relocating and upgrading amplifiers as needed, and testing and certifying the newly installed system. Key requirements include demonstrating subject matter expertise in Rauland intercom paging systems, possessing knowledge of NFPA and NEC standards, and having prior experience working in VA hospital settings. Contractors must also produce installation drawings, provide staff training, caulk fire-wall penetrations, obtain a VA contractor badge, complete tuberculosis testing, and attend infection control safety courses. Proposals are due by April 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time, with the contract to be awarded on a Firm-Fixed-Price basis under Product/Service Code N099 (Installation of Equipment-Miscellaneous).

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside contract, limiting competition to small business concerns. Work must be performed during non-business hours, specifically between 8:00 PM and 5:00 AM Monday through Friday and throughout weekends, to minimize disruption to patient care operations. The government files do not specify an award value or budget range for this contract. Weekly progress reports must be submitted throughout the execution of the work, and all payment will be made electronically through the VA's Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72. The place of performance is located at 7400 Merton Minter, San Antonio, Texas 78229, with the contractor responsible for providing all materials, labor, tools, transportation, and equipment necessary for project completion.