36C25726B0001 | 549-23-601 Upgrade Chillers and Cooling Towers Energy at Energy Center
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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 to solicitation 36C25726B0001 for the Upgrade of Chillers and Cooling Towers Energy at the Energy Center in Dallas, TX, extends the proposal due date and incorporates updated VAAR clauses. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The new proposal due date is May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.
Scope of Change
This amendment primarily focuses on two key areas:
- Proposal Due Date Extension: The deadline for proposal submission has been extended to May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.
- VAAR Clause Updates:
- VAAR Clause 852.204-70 (Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) has been revised to the March 2026 version.
- A new supplemental clause, VAAR Clause 852.204-72 (Personnel Vetting and Credentialing) (March 2026), has been added. These clauses are to be used in conjunction with FAR 52.204-9 and detail requirements for personnel identity verification, vetting, and credentialing, including PIV card issuance and surrender processes.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: 36C25726B0001
- Project Title: Upgrade Chillers and Cooling Towers Energy at Energy Center
- Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 17
- Place of Performance: Dallas, TX
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Proposal Due: May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT
- Amendment Published: April 23, 2026
Additional Notes
Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Compliance with the updated VAAR clauses regarding personnel vetting, credentialing, and identity verification, as detailed in VA Directive/Handbook 0735 and VA Directive/Handbook 0710, is mandatory. The contractor remains responsible for all contract requirements, and delays in personnel vetting will not excuse performance. The document outlines risk and sensitivity levels for personnel.