Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a qualified contractor to completely replace the existing public‑address (PA) system at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, KS. The effort is a turnkey solution that includes engineering design, removal of all existing PA components, procurement of new equipment (Biamp Vocia or equivalent), installation of speakers, amplifiers, control units, wiring, programming, integration with building systems, testing, training of VA staff, and a two‑year post‑completion support period. Work must be performed on‑site during normal business hours, with compliance to VA safety, fire‑stopping, and key‑control requirements. The contract’s period of performance is 180 calendar days after a notice to proceed. The contractor must maintain a local service capability within a one‑hour drive of the facility and provide a five‑year manufacturer warranty on all equipment. The solicitation emphasizes quality workmanship, OSHA compliance, and prompt correction of deficiencies.
• Remove all existing PA hardware (speakers, microphones, wiring, control units) in phases to minimize outages.
• Design a modern, decentralized PA system with zone control, message storage, self‑health monitoring, speaker‑line verification, and compliance with safety regulations.
• Procure and install new speakers, amplifiers, control units, end‑of‑line monitoring devices, and low‑voltage cabling throughout corridors, elevators, restrooms, auditoriums, and designated common areas.
• Program zones, integrate with fire alarm, nurse‑call, and building‑management systems, and conduct comprehensive testing.
• Provide manufacturer‑certified training for VA staff at user, installer, and administrator levels, plus detailed documentation.
• Deliver a two‑year service period and a five‑year equipment warranty, with local support within one hour of the campus.