Removal of Abandoned Telecommunications Equipment
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245) · Response deadline: Thu, 15 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for the removal of abandoned telecommunications equipment. This type of work typically involves identifying, dismantling, and safely disposing of or recycling outdated or unused telecom infrastructure—such as cables, antennas, switching equipment, and related hardware—that is no longer operational or needed. Contractors in this space generally need expertise in electrical systems, physical decommissioning, and compliance with environmental and safety regulations for handling electronic waste and materials that may contain hazardous substances.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 5 (36C245) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C24527Q0025 |
| NAICS | 238210 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 15, 2026, 11:00 a.m. ET |
| Place of performance | Washington, DC |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside 100% for small businesses, meaning only qualified small business concerns may submit offers. Under NAICS 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors), your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this code—typically averaged annual receipts over three years. See the solicitation for the specific size threshold.
You must be registered in SAM.gov and have an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). If you are a veteran-owned small business (VOSB) or service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB), you may have additional advantages in VA procurements through the agency's priority programs, though this specific set-aside does not appear restricted to those subcategories.
How to put together a competitive bid
For decommissioning and removal work, the VA will likely evaluate your technical approach, past performance, and price. Focus on these elements:
- Technical capability: Detail your experience removing telecom or electrical equipment, particularly in federal or healthcare environments. Describe your methodology for asset inventory, safe disconnection, physical removal, and site restoration.
- Safety and compliance: Emphasize OSHA training, electrical safety protocols, and any certifications for handling e-waste (R2, e-Stewards) or working in occupied facilities. The VA operates active medical centers; expect strict safety and security requirements.
- Environmental disposal: Outline how you will recycle, resell, or dispose of removed equipment in compliance with federal environmental regulations. Identify your downstream vendors.
- Schedule and logistics: Washington, DC performance may involve coordination with VA facilities, potential traffic and parking constraints, and restricted working hours. Address mobilization, crew sizing, and phasing.
- Past performance: Provide relevant contract examples with federal agencies, VA preferred, showing comparable scope, value, and successful completion. Include points of contact.
- Pricing structure: Break out labor, equipment, disposal fees, transportation, and any salvage credits. Be prepared for government-furnished property or information—see the solicitation.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov (search solicitation number 36C24527Q0025) to obtain the statement of work, evaluation criteria, and required representations. Note the firm deadline of October 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time—late submissions will not be considered. Download all attachments, register for any pre-bid communications if offered, and begin SAM registration immediately if not already active.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →