Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources‑Sought (market research) notice to gauge interest and capability of small‑business construction firms for a large‑scale gate‑control and perimeter‑fencing upgrade at the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois. The effort will replace and modernize multiple security gates, install power and communications infrastructure, and replace non‑compliant fencing across the campus. The anticipated contract value exceeds $10 million and is capped at $19 million for small‑business set‑aside eligibility. The period of performance is limited to 450 calendar days. Respondents must submit a letter of interest, company information, examples of similar projects, and bonding capacity documentation by 5 Oct 2026.
• Scope includes installation of upgraded power/communications, video surveillance, card‑reader access, mechanical gate drives, and new fencing at nine gate locations and surrounding perimeter.
• Required NAICS: 238210 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors.
• Eligible business categories: SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, and other small businesses; large businesses may also respond.
• Submission limited to a 6‑page PDF/Word file emailed to the contracting officer.
• No proposals are being requested at this stage; the notice is solely for market research.