5820--SOURCES SOUGHT: POLICE RADIO COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16 is conducting market research to identify vendors for police radio communication equipment at the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, Arkansas. This procurement focuses on VP8000 radios, chargers, and accessories that meet specific technical requirements. The agency is using a "Brand Name or Equal" standard and requires compliance with the Trade Agreements Act. Responses are due by June 22, 2026, and will help determine the final acquisition strategy. Documentation includes a preliminary Statement of Work and a Request for Information questionnaire. Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16 is identifying sources for police radio equipment at the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks. This research helps determine small business availability before a formal solicitation. The scope includes VP8000 radios and accessories to support law enforcement communications. Items are specified as "Brand Name or Equal" and must be TAA compliant. Vendors must be authorized distributors and able to deliver within 60 days of an order. The RFI requires details on business size and manufacturing locations to inform the set-aside strategy. The VA is researching sources for police radio equipment for the Fayetteville, Arkansas facility.