36C25626R0008 Renovate Sterile Processing Services (SPS)- Presolicitation
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Veterans’ Health Care System of the Ozarks (VHSO) in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is issuing a Presolicitation for the Renovation of Sterile Processing Services (SPS). This opportunity is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation, a Request for Proposals (RFP), is anticipated to be released on or about March 25, 2026. This project, number 564-19-403, has an estimated magnitude between $20,000,000 and $50,000,000.
Scope of Work
The contractor will furnish all supervision, labor, material, tools, and equipment to renovate the SPS facility in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The work encompasses general construction, civil, structural, fire protection, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, security, electronics, and demolition. A critical component of the contract includes leasing a temporary SPS Trailer to ensure continuous hospital operations throughout the project duration.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 720 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $20,000,000 and $50,000,000
- Proposal Acceptance Period: 90 days
- Solicitation Release: On or about March 25, 2026
- Bonds: A bid bond is required with the proposal; Performance and Payment bonds will be required from the awardee.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Offerors must ensure that at least 15 percent of the contract performance cost for personnel is spent on their employees or those of other eligible SDVOSB concerns. The assigned NAICS code is 236220 (Construction of Other Nonresidential Buildings) with a small business size standard of $45 million in average annual receipts. Offerors must be registered with SBA VetCert (Veteran Small Business Certification) and in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov), and have completed online Representations and Certifications prior to the solicitation due date. Registration with the assigned NAICS code in VetCert is also required.
Submission & Evaluation
The solicitation will be issued as a Request for Proposals (RFP). Solicitation documents, including specifications and drawings, will be available electronically on SAM.gov. Hard copies will not be mailed. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to register to receive notifications of actions, including the posting of the solicitation and any amendments. Offerors are advised to check the site frequently as they are responsible for obtaining amendments.
Additional Notes
This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice. Questions will only be accepted after the solicitation has been officially published.