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How to bid on NextGEN Infrastructure Upgrades for the VA Connecticut Healthcare System
What the VA Connecticut Healthcare System is buying
The VA Connecticut Healthcare System needs electrical and low-voltage installation services for a NexGen WiFi upgrade at the West Haven VA Medical Center. This project involves installing electrical conduit, gang boxes, and Category 6A cabling, along with firestopping, labeling, and documentation.
The work is required at 12 specific locations within the medical center. This is a good opportunity for small businesses specializing in electrical and wiring installation to support critical infrastructure upgrades for the VA.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 03, 2026. All quotations must be submitted by August 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions are generally not considered.
After the deadline, the VA will evaluate the submitted quotations. The selected contractor will be expected to complete all work within 30 calendar days after receiving a Notice to Proceed.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically set aside for Total Small Businesses. The NAICS code is 238210, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors, with a small business size standard of $19.0 million. Firms with experience in commercial electrical installations, particularly those involving network cabling and infrastructure upgrades, are well-suited.
Vendors should be capable of performing detailed installation work including conduit runs, gang box placement, Category 6A cable termination, and firestopping, all in a medical facility environment.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and prepare your response, you need to go to the original source portal. Click “View original source” to open the opportunity. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid. Review all provided documents, especially the Statement of Work, to understand the full scope and requirements for each CLIN (Contract Line Item Number).
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) to ensure your quotation addresses all specified tasks, including the installation of conduit, gang boxes, Category 6A cabling, firestopping, and documentation. Pay close attention to the specific requirements for each of the 12 locations.
Provide clear and detailed pricing for each CLIN, as requested in the solicitation. Ensure your proposed unit prices and total prices are competitive and reflect the scope of work. Highlight your firm's experience with similar electrical and low-voltage installation projects, especially those in sensitive environments like medical facilities. Emphasize your ability to meet the 30-calendar-day performance period.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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.