J061--Uninterruptible Power Supply St. Louis VA Medical Center
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255) · Response deadline: Wed, 28 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for the St. Louis VA Medical Center. A UPS is a battery backup system that provides emergency power to critical equipment when the main power source fails, ensuring continuous operation of medical devices, IT systems, and other essential infrastructure in healthcare settings. VA medical facilities typically require UPS systems to maintain patient safety and data integrity during outages—requirements that are standard in hospital environments but see the solicitation for the specific technical specifications, load capacity, runtime requirements, and any installation or maintenance services included in this procurement.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 15 (36C255) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C25526Q0678 |
| NAICS | 811210 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 28, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible offerors—there is no small business set-aside, meaning large businesses may also compete. However, small businesses in NAICS 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) should still consider bidding if they have relevant capabilities. This NAICS covers establishments primarily engaged in repairing and maintaining electronic equipment and precision instruments, including power supply equipment.
To be competitive, you must:
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration
- Have the relevant NAICS code (811210) in your SAM profile
- Demonstrate experience with UPS systems, preferably in healthcare or federal facilities
- Meet any applicable past performance, technical qualifications, and financial responsibility requirements specified in the solicitation
Veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, women-owned, and other small businesses with contracting preferences may still benefit from evaluation factors if the solicitation includes them—even without a set-aside—so review the evaluation criteria carefully.
How to put together a competitive bid
Federal UPS procurements typically prioritize technical compliance and reliability over lowest price, given the life-safety implications in medical settings. Focus your proposal on:
Technical approach: Detail the exact UPS model, specifications, runtime at full load, transfer time, and compatibility with the medical center's existing electrical infrastructure. Include manufacturer documentation and any required certifications (UL, NFPA, Joint Commission alignment). See the solicitation for required specifications.
Installation and transition plan: Describe your schedule, coordination with facility staff, minimization of disruption to patient care, and disposal of any existing equipment. Healthcare installations often require after-hours or weekend work—address this explicitly.
Maintenance and warranty: Propose a service plan with response times (typically 4-hour or next-business-day for hospital-critical systems), preventive maintenance frequency, parts availability, and battery replacement schedules.
Past performance: Provide relevant contract references for UPS installations at comparable healthcare facilities or federal sites. Include contact information and dollar values.
Price competitiveness: Without a set-aside, expect competition from large equipment manufacturers and integrators. Consider teaming with a manufacturer if you are a smaller service provider, or highlight localized service advantages if you are in the St. Louis area.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C25526Q0678—the response deadline is October 28, 2026, at 7:00 AM CDT, leaving approximately eight days from the posted date of October 20, 2026.
- Download all attachments, including specifications, the statement of work, and any applicable clauses or provisions.
- Confirm your SAM registration is active and includes NAICS 811210.
- Submit questions through the designated channels in the solicitation if any requirements are unclear.
- Prepare your quote or proposal to meet the exact format and deadline specified—late submissions are not accepted in federal procurements.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →