SAM #36C24427Q0043

VA Philadelphia Medical Center Interior Wayfinding Signage Refresh

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking market information for a broad interior wayfinding-signage refresh at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia. - Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center (CMCVAMC); Network Contracting Office 4 is identified in the notice. - Opportunity: Market research for a firm-fixed-price signage project covering the North and South buildings. This is an RFI, not a solicitation or commitment to award. - Scope: Design and programming, schedules, project management, manufacture, delivery, removal of up to 650 existing signs and related hardware as needed, and installation of new wayfinding signs, inserts, maps, graphics, window film, wall coverings, and kiosk graphics. - Requested quantities: Signage schedules include 21 Type A.6 typical directories and related inserts; 20 Type B.1 elevator directionals and 40 inserts; 50 each of Type B large, B.2 small, and B.3 extra-small directionals and their inserts; 16 Type B.4 keystone directionals and 32 inserts; 15 Type C.44w wall-mounted signs and inserts; 100 Type C.44s suspended overhead signs and 200 inserts; 40 Type C.22s small overhead signs and 80 inserts; 50 each of Type F large and F.2 small flag mounts; 15 Type F.3 ceiling mounts; 21 Type M maps and inserts; 12 Type MRI.1 MRI-zone signs; and other directories, graphics, film, decals, and kiosk wall covering. The full inventory is listed below. - OEMs and vendors: No signage OEM or vendor is identified by name. Vivid, Amplify, Moxie, and SignAgent are referenced in the drawings or project requirements; the documents do not establish them as manufacturers or vendors. One drawing identifies ACM part number 620-00003 for a custom kiosk flag. - Notable requirements: Follow VA-approved sign standards and drawings; manage the project in SignAgent and provide VA access; coordinate phased floor work with the VA point of contact; perform field verification where specified; provide a minimum five-year warranty; and complete the project within eight months of award. - Performance period: Completion is required within eight months after award. Floors are phased and scheduled with the VA; the drawings do not establish a separate annual subscription. - RFI information requested: Vendor capabilities, business size and representations, product sourcing and country of origin, applicable contract access, and feedback on the requirements.

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Sources Sought Notice (Request for Information) Interior Directional Signage Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center Purpose The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify capable and interested sources for Interior Directional Signage at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center (CMCVAMC). This notice is issued for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a request for proposals. Response Instructions Telephone responses will not be accepted. Responses must be received via email to Contracting Officer Benjamin Villasenor at benjamin.villasenor@va.gov no later than 4:00 PM Eastern Time on Monday, November 12, 2026. Use the subject line "RFI Response Interior Directional Signage CMCVAMC [ Your company Name]."

Vendor Questionnaire Please indicate the size status and representations of your business (e.g., Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), HUBZone, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Small Business, Large Business).

Is the required equipment available on a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) or Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC)? If so, include the schedule or contract number.

Are you the manufacturer, a distributor/reseller, or proposing an equivalent solution to the items referenced? If not the manufacturer, provide the information requested below to confirm compliance with the Nonmanufacturer Rule (see 13 CFR 121.406(b)). Nonmanufacturer Rule Compliance Attestation (13 CFR 121.406):** If you are not the manufacturer, affirm whether you comply with the Nonmanufacturer Rule. Your attestation must address employee count ( 500), nature of business (primarily engaged in retail/wholesale trade selling the type of item), ownership/possession consistent with industry practice, and whether the product supplied is manufactured by a small business (or identify an applicable SBA waiver).

Does your company have more than 500 employees? Is your company primarily engaged in the retail or wholesale trade, and does it normally sell the type of item being supplied? Will your company take ownership or possession of the items with its own personnel, equipment, or facilities, in a manner consistent with industry practice?

Will the items you provide be made by a small business manufacturer? If so, identify that manufacturer. If your company is a large business, do you have authorized small business distributors? If so, provide each one's company name, phone number, point of contact, and size status, if available. If you are an authorized distributor or reseller of the items, do you alter, assemble, or modify them in any way? If yes, describe what is altered, assembled, or modified, and how. Are the items you would supply manufactured in the United States? Identify the country of origin for each item. Please submit your capabilities with respect to the salient characteristics (see Attachment A) and any information pertaining to product to establish capabilities for planning purposes. Review the salient characteristics/Statement of Need (Attachment A) and provide feedback or suggestions. If none, reply N/A. Provide your UEI number. Important Notices and Disclaimers This Request for Information (RFI) will be conducted in accordance with FAR Part 12. This notice is solely to help the VA determine available potential sources. Do not contact VA Medical Center staff regarding this requirement; they are not authorized to discuss matters related to this procurement action. All firms responding are advised that their response is not an offer and will not be considered for a contract award. If a solicitation is issued, it will be posted on SAM.gov, and interested parties must respond to the solicitation to be considered for award. This notice does not commit the Government to contract for any supplies or services. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI. Information will only be accepted in writing via email. DISCLAIMER: This RFI is issued solely for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Information marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.

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