Enterprise Access Layer Switch – 48-Port Multigigabit
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
TECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER NJ (36C10B)
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
36C10B26Q0212
NAICS
541519 - Other Computer Related Services
Classification Code
7F20
Additional Details
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its Office of Information & Technology and the Technology Acquisition Center in Eatontown, New Jersey, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the provision of Enterprise Access Layer Switches. This Sources Sought notice (Procurement Identifier: 36C10B26Q0212) is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment to contract for any supply or service at this time.
The primary objective of this procurement is to gather information on vendors capable of supplying Enterprise Access Layer Switches that meet the VA’s salient specifications. Specifically, the VA seeks switches with the following characteristics: 48-port multigigabit capability (supporting 1/2.5/5/10G speeds), Power over Ethernet Plus Plus (PoE++, IEEE 802.3bt), Layer 3 functionality, stackable design, inclusion of all necessary power cords and software, and compliance with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA). Additionally, the VA is interested in options for 5-year maintenance support to ensure ongoing reliability and performance.
No specific brand name has been designated for this requirement, and the VA encourages respondents to submit technical specifications for the products they propose. This approach allows for consideration of a range of solutions that meet the outlined functional and compliance requirements.
The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), and the applicable Product Service Code is 7F20. There are no set-aside requirements specified for this notice; all qualified vendors, including small businesses and those with relevant certifications (such as SDB, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.), are encouraged to respond.
Interested parties are requested to provide the following information in their response:
1. Company name, point of contact, phone number, email address, and Unique Entity ID number.
2. Business status, including any small business types or certifications, and confirmation of the applicable NAICS code.
3. Proposed contract vehicle (e.g., GSA, NASA-SEWP, Open Market, etc.).
4. An informal market research quote for planning purposes.
5. Detailed specifications for the product being offered.
Responses should be submitted via email to the primary point of contact, Mary Accomando, at [email protected]. The VA reserves the right not to respond to any or all submissions and will not reimburse any costs associated with responding to this notice.
This notice is active and posted on SAM.gov (Opportunity ID: 14470346b8384727bdca4d645f34c912), with a response deadline of February 27, 2026. Contractors are advised that participation in this market research is not a prerequisite for participation in any future solicitation, should one be issued. All future updates or solicitations related to this requirement will be posted on the Governmentwide Point of Entry.
This opportunity is particularly relevant for vendors with experience in providing advanced network infrastructure solutions to federal agencies, especially those capable of delivering TAA-compliant, high-performance, and scalable switching hardware with robust maintenance support options.