The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
The VA needs a small business to provide a modernized video surveillance system for its Alvin C. York Campus in Tennessee.
Key Details
What exactly do they need? The VA needs a reliable, compliant, and modernized video surveillance system for its Alvin C. York Campus in Tennessee. The system should be able to provide high-quality video and audio feeds, and should be able to integrate with existing security systems.
What's the contract structure and timeline? This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a construction contract. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable bidder. The contract will have a base year and two option years.
How will they pick the winner? The VA will evaluate bids based on price and technical acceptability. The technical evaluation will consider factors such as the bidder's experience, qualifications, and past performance.
When and how do you bid? Bids must be submitted electronically through the Contract Opportunities Government website. The bid deadline is June 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. The VA will post solicitation materials, including drawings and specifications, on the website. Offerors must submit proof of current SAM registration with their bid. The VA will also check the SBA Dynamic Small Business Search database to ensure that the bidder is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business.
Who can apply
- Must be a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
Don't bother if…
- You must have an active listing in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.
Heads up — easy to miss
- There's a mandatory site visit on February 14 — if you miss it, you can't bid.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business certification is still active in SAM.gov.
- Email the Contracting Officer to RSVP for the site visit.