Bid guide
How to bid on Motorola Radio Trunking System Maintenance and Support for the VA
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a contractor to provide five years of maintenance and support for a Motorola radio trunking system. This service is needed at two Central Arkansas VA facilities: the Eugene J. Towbin Healthcare Center in North Little Rock and the John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas.
This is a significant opportunity for a qualified small business to secure a long-term contract providing essential communication system support for VA operations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. Quotes are due by August 11, 2026, at 8:00 AM Central Time. All quotes must be submitted electronically via email to the Contracting Specialist, Arlene A. Blade at [email protected].
Questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted via email to Arlene A. Blade at [email protected] no later than 2:00 PM Central Time on August 21, 2026. No telephone requests or inquiries will be accepted, and no additional questions will be accepted after this date. Remember to reference Solicitation Number 36C25626Q0958 in the subject line of your email.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total set-aside for certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 811210, with a size standard of $34 million.
Firms specializing in electronic equipment repair and maintenance, particularly those with experience in Motorola radio systems, are well-suited for this bid. Your business must be registered in SAM.gov to be considered for an award.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Prepare your quote according to the requirements outlined in the solicitation. Submit your complete quote electronically via email to [email protected] by the August 11, 2026, 8:00 AM Central Time deadline. Ensure all questions are submitted by the August 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Central Time deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
This requirement will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process. This means your offer must meet all technical requirements, and among those that do, the lowest price will be selected. Focus on clearly demonstrating your technical capability to perform the required maintenance and support for the Motorola radio trunking system, while also submitting your most competitive pricing.
Carefully review all provisions and clauses, including FAR Part 12 and any VA-specific supplements. Ensure your company is registered and active in SAM.gov. It is also important to periodically check the website where the solicitation was found for any amendments or notices that might be issued before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
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View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Veterans Affairs, Department of; the original posting controls.