N--INFORMATION ONLY - Update Nurse Call/Code Blue System Project 568-10-101

This project consists of replacing and upgrading existing nurse call systems in various clinicl areas. Work includes engineering, furnishing, installing, programming and testing of new call system equipment. Work also includes removal of existing devices and cables. Call system equipment must be compatible and integrated with previously installed equipment. The VA intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source for this procurement under the authority of FAR 6.302. This project is the final project in a series of nurse call upgrades. The proposed vendor, Beacon Communications, LLC, has performed on all prior nurse call upgrades at this facility within the past 5 years. Beacon Communications is the exclusive Rauland-Borg distributor for this area. It is in the best interest of the Government to continue services with this vendor. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.