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How to respond to the VA’s automatic transfer switch market research notice
What the VA is seeking
The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research on replacing automatic transfer switches in multiple buildings at Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago, Illinois.
This is a sources sought notice, not a confirmed contract. The VA will use market research to help determine the procurement method and assess potential interest.
Deadline and what it means
The notice was published October 26, 2026. The response deadline is November 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
This is the deadline for responding to the market research notice. The information provided does not state what later procurement steps, if any, the VA will take.
Who this opportunity may suit
Electrical contractors and other businesses working in electrical installation may find this notice relevant. The anticipated NAICS code is 238210, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation.
The anticipated set-aside is 100% for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, unless market research indicates otherwise.
How to access the notice
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Prepare a clear market research response
Read the notice and any available documents carefully, then answer the information requested there. Clearly describe your firm’s relevant electrical contracting experience and ability to support the work without claiming capabilities you cannot substantiate.
If the notice asks about business size or service-disabled veteran-owned status, provide accurate information. Submit before the stated deadline and keep a copy of your response.
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.
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