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EXPIRED Notice ID: 36C26226Q0800

Keywatcher Hardware Upgrade by Veterans Affairs

★ VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF › VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF › 262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
7125
Sources Sought
May 12, 2026
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334118 – Computer & Electronic Products
Unrestricted
May 22, 2026 10:00 PM

⚠ Important Legal Notice

THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) / SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION. SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION ABOUT PRICING, DELIVERY, THE MARKET, AND CAPABILITIES IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS RFI FOR PLANNING PURPOSES IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e). DISCLAIMER This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.

Executive Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information on potential sources for Morse Watchmen KeyWatcher hardware upgrades. This is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation.

⚠ Important Notice Details

Submission Requirements:

  • (1) Submit your capabilities statement illustrating how your organization can/cannot meet the list of SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS requirements. For instances where your company cannot meet the SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS requirement(s), please explain. For instances where your company can meet the SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS requirement(s), please show how your company meets/exceeds each requirement.
  • (2) Please review the list of SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS requirements and provide any additional feedback or suggestions. If none, please reply as N/A.
  • (3) Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.
  • (4) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified in this RFI?
  • (5) Are you the manufacturer, authorized distributor, and/or can your company provide a solution to the required supplies/services described in the list SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS?
  • (6) If you are a large business, do you have any designated/authorized distributors? If so, please provide their company name, telephone, point of contact and size status (if available).
  • (7) If you are a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above, do you alter; assemble; modify; the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; modified.
  • (8) Limitations on Subcontracting: How does your business ensure compliance with the limitations on subcontracting as outlined in 13 CFR § 125.6?
  • (9) Are the items you are identifying/providing considered Commercial of the Shelf (COTS) items as defined in FAR Part 2.101 under commercial items?
  • (10) Non-Manufacturer Rule: If applicable, can you confirm your business complies with the Non-Manufacturer rule? Specifically, does your company: Provide a product from a small business manufacturer or processor? Not exceed 500 employees? Primarily engage in the retail or wholesale trade and normally sell the type of item being supplied? Take ownership or possession of the item(s) with its personnel, equipment or facilities in a manner consistent with industry practice?
  • (11) Please indicate whether your product conforms to the requirements of the Buy American Act?
  • (12) What is your lead time to deliver a single unit with all components? Is there scale in lead time with greater quantities? Please elaborate.
  • (13) What is estimated life span of your solution? What support/services does that entail?
  • (14) Does your proposed equipment have FDA clearance? Please specify what FDA clearance(s) have been obtained.
  • (15) Does your organization offer a leasing solution? Please elaborate.
  • (16) Does your company have a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or any other Federal Government contract? If so, please provide the contract number(s).
  • (17) If you are an FSS GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or any other Federal Government contract holder, are all the items/solutions you are providing information about available on your schedule/contract? Please state if all or some items are available on the contract.
  • (18) General pricing of your products/solution is encouraged. Pricing will be used for the purpose of market research only. It will not be used to evaluate for any type of award.
  • (19) Please provide your SAM.gov Unique Entity ID/Cage Code number.

Response Deadline: May 22, 2026 10:00 PM

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Scope & Requirements

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking sources capable of providing Morse Watchmen KeyWatcher Hardware upgrade products. The prospective contractor must be Brand Name Morse Watchmen KeyWatcher Hardware upgrade.

Schedule:

  • All services will be performed during normal business hours unless requested and approved by the Contracting Officer Representative. Normal business hours for delivery are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, excluding federal holidays.

Federal Holidays observed by the VAMC are:

  • New Years Day
  • Labor Day
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • Columbus Day
  • President’s Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth Day
  • Christmas Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Independence Day
  • And any other day specifically declared by the President of the United States to be a national holiday.

Place of Performance: VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, 11301 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90073

The list of DRAFT characteristics is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive, of the supplies/services that are required.

Compliance & Qualifications

  • IAW FAR 15.201(e)

How to Prepare Your Bid

  1. Clearly outline how your organization meets or exceeds the salient characteristics requirements.
  2. Provide detailed feedback or suggestions regarding the salient characteristics list.
  3. Ensure compliance with the limitations on subcontracting as outlined in 13 CFR § 125.6.
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Why Small Businesses Should Consider This

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for small businesses, especially those classified as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), to engage with the Department of Veterans Affairs. The NAICS code 334118 indicates a focus on Computer and Electronic Products, which aligns with many small businesses’ capabilities in technology and hardware solutions.

Participating in this Sources Sought notice allows small businesses to showcase their capabilities and potentially influence future solicitations, making it a strategic opportunity for growth and partnership with the federal government.