The agency is announcing an upcoming solicitation. Watch for the actual RFP/RFQ to be posted later.
The VA needs a small business to provide third-party monitoring services for its VISN 5 office in Linthicum Heights, MD.
Key Details
What exactly do they need?
The VA needs a third-party provider to deliver subscription-based monitoring, protection, and ongoing service support for physical security systems at the VISN 5 office. The services shall cover intrusion detection, access control, and video surveillance systems, including central station monitoring and a protection plan for naturally occurring faults/failures of currently installed equipment.
What's the contract structure and timeline?
The contract is a four-year IDIQ with a base period of June 30, 2026 to June 29, 2027, and three option years. The vendor will provide all labor, material, equipment, tools, monitoring, and supervision necessary to maintain and support the fully installed security systems at the VISN 5 office location.
How will they pick the winner?
The VA will evaluate proposals based on the vendor's experience with security systems and monitoring services, as well as their understanding of the VA's security requirements.
When and how do you bid?
Bids are due on June 17, 2026, and must be submitted electronically in accordance with the contract price/cost schedule.
Who can apply
- Must be a certified small business
- Has experience with security systems and monitoring services
- Has a good understanding of the VA's security requirements
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov
- Review the VA's security requirements and ensure you have experience with security systems and monitoring services
- Email the contracting officer to RSVP for the site visit (if required)