Medical Emergency Alert Device (MEAD) Hardware Manufacturing

The contract involves the design, manufacture, and supply of personal emergency response systems tailored for veterans, featuring wearable devices equipped with advanced capabilities such as automatic fall detection, real-time GPS tracking, and cellular connectivity to ensure constant communication in emergencies. These devices must be engineered for environmental durability to withstand a range of outdoor and indoor conditions, ensuring reliable operation regardless of climate or usage context. The project is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Veterans Affairs, managed by the Strategic Acquisition Center Fredericksburg, with a specified NAICS code of 334210 indicating focus on electronic manufacturing. All devices must meet rigorous performance and safety standards to support veteran health and safety needs effectively. Responses are due by June 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM, with the opportunity posted on May 12, 2026. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the contract is open to all eligible subcontractors without preference based on size, ownership, or other categorizations. The place of performance and point of contact details are not provided, suggesting flexibility in production and logistics, though delivery and deployment will ultimately serve veterans nationwide. The systems must integrate seamlessly with existing veteran care networks, ensuring rapid emergency response activation and reliable data transmission to monitoring centers or designated family members.