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Portable Metal Detection System

ID: 36C26226Q0185 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation • Match:  90%
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Description

1. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services/items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 in conjunction with FAR Part 13, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 1.A. Project Title: Portable Metal Detection System 1.B. Project Location: VA Phoenix Health Care System, 650 East Indian School Road Phoenix, AZ 85012-1839 1.C. Solicitation Type - Number: Request for Quotes (RFQ) - 36C26226Q0185. 1.D. Set Aside: This solicitation is SB set-aside 1.E. Applicable NAICS code: 334519 Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing 1.F. Small Business Size Standard: 600 employees 1.G. Type of Contract: Firm Fixed Price 1.H. Period of Performance: 90 days ARO 2. Key solicitation milestones are: 2.A. Submit any questions regarding this procurement via email to victor.oliveros@va.gov no later than 12:00 Pacific Local Time, December 16, 2025. No questions will be answered after this date/time unless determined to be in the best interest of the Government as determined by the Contracting Officer. Telephonic questions will not be accepted or returned. RFI responses will be responded to as necessary in amendment format which will be posted to contract opportunities at http://SAM.gov. 2.B. Submit written offers in accordance with the following instructions, as well as Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors. Oral offers will not be accepted. Complete and submit the enclosed SF 1449 via email no later than 15:00 Pacific Local Time, December 19, 2025, to victor.oliveros@va.gov . Ensure the following are completed and/or included in the offer packet: 2.B.1. SF 1449 page 1, 2.B.1.a. Section B.1 - Vendor Information with SAM UEI Number 2.B.1.b. Section B.1 - Acknowledgement of amendments 2.B.1.c. Section B.3 - Schedule of Supplies identifying specific manufacturer and model number being offered 2.B.1.d. Section B.4 - Delivery Schedule 2.B.1.e. Section C.4 - VAAR 852.219-78 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting- Certificate of Compliance of Supplies and Products 2.B.1.f. Section E.5 - FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items

Background
This solicitation is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the VA Phoenix Health Care System, to obtain a Portable Metal Detection System. The purpose of this procurement is to enhance patient care and safety within the healthcare facility.

Work Details
The contractor is required to supply a Portable Metal Detection System that meets the following salient characteristics:
- High Sensitivity: Detects both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including small items such as razor blades and firearm components.
- Adjustable Detection Thresholds: Customizable sensitivity settings to reduce false positives.
- Fast Throughput: Designed for high-traffic environments with minimal delay between scans.
- Durable Construction: Suitable for indoor and outdoor use with weather-resistant housing.
- Integration Capabilities: Compatible with access control systems and security management software.
- User Interface: Intuitive control panel with optional remote access for diagnostics.
- Compliance: Meets NIJ and TSA standards for walk-through metal detectors.
The system must include two magnetic anomaly detection sensors, operate on wall or commercial batteries, feature a touch screen interface, and come ready to use out of the box. The total quantity required is three (3) complete systems, including an extended warranty for each unit.

Place of Performance
VA Phoenix Health Care System, 650 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85012.

Overview

Response Deadline
Dec. 19, 2025, 6:00 p.m. EST Past Due
Posted
Dec. 5, 2025, 12:07 p.m. EST (updated: Dec. 10, 2025, 9:51 a.m. EST)
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
Place of Performance
VA Phoenix Health Care System Phoenix, AZ 85012 United States
Source

Current SBA Size Standard
600 Employees
Pricing
Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Est. Value Range
Experimental
<$250,000 (solicitation indicates Simplified Acquisition Procedures, which in most cases, applies to contracts expected to be less than $250K in value)
Signs of Shaping
78% of obligations for similar contracts within the Veterans Health Administration were awarded full & open.
On 12/5/25 VISN 22: Desert Pacific Healthcare Network issued Synopsis Solicitation 36C26226Q0185 for Portable Metal Detection System due 12/19/25. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 334519 (SBA Size Standard 600 Employees) and PSC 6350.
Primary Contact
Title
Contracting Officer
Name
Victor Oliveros   Profile
Phone
None

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF > VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF > 262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22L (36C262)
FPDS Organization Code
3600-00262
Source Organization Code
100173469
Last Updated
Jan. 18, 2026
Last Updated By
victor.oliveros@va.gov
Archive Date
Jan. 18, 2026