6515--Automated Asset Management using RFID and BLE (VA-26-00044895)

Why This Matters

This is an explicit SDVOSB set-aside under NAICS 541519 from the VA Technology Acquisition Center NJ — one of the most active VA contracting shops for IT solutions. The presolicitation for RFID/BLE-based automated asset management signals an RFP is imminent, giving SDVOSBs with healthcare IT or asset tracking experience a narrow window to shape the requirement before the solicitation drops. VA asset management modernization is a funded priority, and SDVOSB-exclusive competition means the field is deliberately limited.

Recommended Action

Email Juan.Perez5@va.gov this week referencing solicitation 36C10B26R0017 — introduce your firm's RFID/BLE asset management experience, ask for the anticipated RFP release date and any draft PWS, and request to be added to the interested vendors list.

Risk Assessment

The VA TAC NJ frequently requires prior VA or federal healthcare facility past performance with RFID/BLE systems, which smaller SDVOSBs without VA contracts may struggle to demonstrate. If an incumbent exists, they likely have deep facility access and integration knowledge that is difficult to displace on a short timeline.

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Source: SAM.gov Notice 36C10B26R0017 Confidence: 82% | NAICS: 541519 | Type: Presolicitation

Editor note: Review and approve before publishing. Verify CO contact, set-aside status, and timeline accuracy.