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Solicitation for Spokane Cabling. Combination of Firm Fixed Price and Time and Material Services Contract ( Amendment 0001 added 10/23/26)

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260) · Response deadline: Tue, 27 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking cabling services in Spokane, Washington. This is a hybrid contract using two pricing structures: firm fixed price for defined deliverables and time-and-materials for work where the scope or duration is less predictable. Cabling work under NAICS 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors) typically includes structured cabling infrastructure—such as fiber optic, copper, and coaxial installations—for voice, data, and video networks. This type of work often supports IT modernization, network upgrades, or facility improvements at VA medical centers and administrative buildings. See the solicitation for the specific cabling systems, performance locations, and any associated labor categories or material specifications.

Key facts

This is Amendment 0001 to the original solicitation, posted October 23, 2026. Bidders should review what changed in this amendment—typically scope adjustments, deadline extensions, or Q&A responses.

Who can bid

This opportunity is exclusively restricted to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under FAR 19.14. To qualify, your business must:

• Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
• Have one or more service-disabled veterans control management and daily operations
• Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 238210 ($17.5 million average annual receipts)
• Be registered in SAM.gov with active SDVOSB self-certification or SBA verification (depending on current requirements)
• Hold any required electrical contractor licensing for Washington State and local Spokane jurisdiction

How to put together a competitive bid

Pricing strategy: The dual contract structure requires distinct approaches. For the firm fixed-price portion, develop detailed material takeoffs and labor hours with minimal contingency—your profit depends on accurate estimates. For time-and-materials elements, scrutinize the ceiling rates and any not-to-exceed limits; propose fully loaded rates for each labor category that account for prevailing wage requirements if Davis-Bacon Act applies.

Technical proposal: Emphasize low-voltage cabling certifications (BICSI, manufacturer-specific) and VA facility experience. Network infrastructure work in active healthcare environments demands detailed plans for infection control, dust containment, and after-hours scheduling to avoid disrupting patient care. Identify your lead technician and their security clearance or VA background check status.

Past performance: Include relevant federal or commercial cabling contracts, especially within healthcare or sensitive environments. VA evaluators value demonstrated experience with cable management standards, testing documentation, and as-built drawings.

Compliance check: Verify your SAM.gov registration, WOSB/SDVOSB status, and any Washington State EL01 specialty electrical license requirements. Confirm bonding capacity if required.

Next steps

Download the complete solicitation package from SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C26026Q0456. Carefully review Amendment 0001 against any earlier version you may have downloaded. Note the compressed timeline: responses are due October 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time—just three days after the amendment posted. Submit questions through SAM.gov immediately if anything is unclear. Do not miss this deadline; late submissions are typically rejected without exception.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →