6350--Overhead Speaker Mass Notification System
| Location: | Illinois |
|---|---|
| Posted: | Mar 12, 2026 |
| Due: | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Agency: | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF |
| Type of Government: | Federal |
| Category: |
|
| Solicitation No: | 36C25226Q0317 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
Follow
Active
Contract Opportunity
Notice ID
36C25226Q0317
Related Notice
Department/Ind. Agency
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Sub-tier
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)
Looking for contract opportunity help?
APEX Accelerators are an official government contracting resource for small businesses. Find your local APEX Accelerator (opens in new window) for free government expertise related to contract opportunities.
APEX Accelerators are funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.
The APEX Accelerators program was formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Program (opens in new window) (PTAP).
- Contract Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)
- Updated Published Date: Mar 12, 2026 09:29 am CDT
- Original Published Date: Mar 05, 2026 12:20 pm CST
- Updated Date Offers Due: Mar 16, 2026 05:00 pm CDT
- Original Date Offers Due: Mar 13, 2026 10:00 am CDT
- Inactive Policy: Manual
- Updated Inactive Date: Mar 31, 2026
- Original Inactive Date: Apr 12, 2026
-
Initiative:
- None
- Original Set Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
- Product Service Code: 6350 - MISCELLANEOUS ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS
-
NAICS Code:
- 334210 - Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing
-
Place of Performance:
Hines , IL 60141USA
The new response deadline for this solicitation is now Monday, March 16th, 2026 at 5PM Local Time.
Questions and Answers
Existing Speaker Integration Issue
Does the VA prefer the new mass notification system with a stand alone speaker/amplifier system?Â
Response: While a stand-alone system was initially considered for maximum autonomy, the VA has determined that utilizing the existing fire alarm (FA) speaker infrastructure is the most fiscally viable solution. The system will be designed to leverage the existing amplification and distribution network of the current fire alarm system. Â
Has the VA assessed the viability of adding this functionality onto the existing fire alarm system network?
Response: Yes. This approach is in compliance with NFPA 72, which allows fire alarm speakers to be used for non-fire emergency signaling.
Can the VA assure that this contract will not create a requirement for repairing or correcting fire alarm network functionality as a part of this scope of work?  Â
Response: Correct. The contractor is not responsible for repairing pre-existing fire alarm deficiencies or network issues, provided their installation does not negatively impact existing functionality. Â
Fire alarm interface
Is the intended interface between the fire alarm system in Building 1, F220 and an Server in Building 1? Where is the server to be located?Â
Response: A Virtual Machine (VM) server is anticipated and does not need to be physically located in Building 1. However, the IP-AVA interface device requires a physical footprint. It must be mounted near the fire alarm control panel (FACP) in Building 1, F220, and requires a Cat6 connection to an IDF closet network switch. Â
Will this be a Virtual Machine (not physical server) the mass notification system dry contacts, or is another interface (e.g., serial, BACnet) preferred?
See above
Please confirm the VA will have one connection from server to main fire alarm panel, so there will be no zone control on the emergency alert system. Meaning audibles will play in all buildings at the same time over the fire alarm system.Â
Response: Confirmed. To manage project costs, the VA has opted for a single interface point at the main fire alarm panel. This means the system will operate on an "All-Call" basis across the connected network. While localized zoning (individual building paging) was discussed, it was excluded from this scope due to the requirement for additional IP-AVA hardware at every sub-panel. Â
Questions and Answers
Existing Speaker Integration Issue
Does the VA prefer the new mass notification system with a stand alone speaker/amplifier system?Â
Response: While a stand-alone system was initially considered for maximum autonomy, the VA has determined that utilizing the existing fire alarm (FA) speaker infrastructure is the most fiscally viable solution. The system will be designed to leverage the existing amplification and distribution network of the current fire alarm system. Â
Has the VA assessed the viability of adding this functionality onto the existing fire alarm system network?
Response: Yes. This approach is in compliance with NFPA 72, which allows fire alarm speakers to be used for non-fire emergency signaling.
Can the VA assure that this contract will not create a requirement for repairing or correcting fire alarm network functionality as a part of this scope of work?  Â
Response: Correct. The contractor is not responsible for repairing pre-existing fire alarm deficiencies or network issues, provided their installation does not negatively impact existing functionality. Â
Fire alarm interface
Is the intended interface between the fire alarm system in Building 1, F220 and an Server in Building 1? Where is the server to be located?Â
Response: A Virtual Machine (VM) server is anticipated and does not need to be physically located in Building 1. However, the IP-AVA interface device requires a physical footprint. It must be mounted near the fire alarm control panel (FACP) in Building 1, F220, and requires a Cat6 connection to an IDF closet network switch. Â
Will this be a Virtual Machine (not physical server) the mass notification system dry contacts, or is another interface (e.g., serial, BACnet) preferred?
See above
Please confirm the VA will have one connection from server to main fire alarm panel, so there will be no zone control on the emergency alert system. Meaning audibles will play in all buildings at the same time over the fire alarm system.Â
Response: Confirmed. To manage project costs, the VA has opted for a single interface point at the main fire alarm panel. This means the system will operate on an "All-Call" basis across the connected network. While localized zoning (individual building paging) was discussed, it was excluded from this scope due to the requirement for additional IP-AVA hardware at every sub-panel. Â
Attachments/Links
Contracting Office Address
- GREAT LAKES ACQUISITION CENTER 115 S 84TH ST
- MILWAUKEE , WI 53214
- USA
Primary Point of Contact
- Brandon Harris
- brandon.harris@va.gov
- Phone Number EMAIL ONLY
Secondary Point of Contact
- Mar 12, 2026 09:29 am CDTCombined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)
- Mar 05, 2026 12:20 pm CST Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Original)
Related Document
| Mar 5, 2026 | [Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Original)] 6350--Overhead Speaker Mass Notification System |
Daily notification on new contract opportunities
With GovernmentContracts, you can:
- Find more opportunities and win more business
- Receive daily alerts for all new bid opportunities
- Get contract opportunities matched to your business
See also
...Bid Title: Bid Package 2 Village of Westmont Fire Station 183 HQ Category: ...
Westmont village
Bid Due: 6/05/2026
...Bid Title: Bid Package 2 Village of Westmont Fire Station 183 HQ Category: ...
Westmont village
Bid Due: 6/08/2026
* Disclaimer: Information regarding bids, requests for proposals (RFPs), or requests for qualifications (RFQs) is provided on this website only for convenience and does not constitute official public notice. Persons wishing to respond to or inquire about bids, RFPs, or RFQs should contact the appropriate government department.