36C25726B0001 | 549-23-601 Upgrade Chillers and Cooling Towers Energy at Energy Center
Overview
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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
Amendment 0003 has been issued for solicitation 36C25726B0001, titled "549-23-601 Upgrade Chillers and Cooling Towers Energy at Energy Center." This amendment, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, extends the proposal due date and incorporates new VAAR clauses. The opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside.
Scope of Change
This amendment primarily focuses on two key updates:
- Proposal Due Date Extension: The deadline for receipt of offers has been extended to May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.
- VAAR Clause Revisions:
- Incorporates a VAAR deviation to VAAR Part 852, revising VAAR Clause 852.204-70 (Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) [MAR 2026 (MAY 2020)].
- Adds a new supplemental clause, VAAR Clause 852.204-72 (Personnel Vetting and Credentialing) (MARCH 2026).
- Both clauses are to be used in conjunction with FAR 52.204-9.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Amendment to a Construction Solicitation (PSC: Y1DA - Construction Of Hospitals And Infirmaries)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Proposal Due: May 7, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT
- Published Date (Amendment): April 23, 2026
- Department/Office: Veterans Affairs, 257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)
- Place of Performance: Texas, 75216
Submission Impact
Bidders must ensure their proposals are submitted by the new deadline of May 7, 2026. Furthermore, offerors are required to understand and comply with the updated personnel vetting and credentialing requirements detailed in the revised VAAR clauses (852.204-70 and 852.204-72) and referenced VA Directives/Handbooks (0735 and 0710). The contractor will be responsible for ensuring all personnel are properly vetted, investigated, and credentialed according to identified risk and sensitivity levels, and that personnel vetting delays do not impact contract performance.