4120--Ambulatory Duct Insulation Pittsburgh VAMC

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction" clause (NOV 2022). It requires offerors to certify their compliance with subcontracting limitations if awarded a contract. This is a mandatory form that must be completed, signed, and returned with the bid, quotation, or proposal.

• Certification of Compliance: Offerors must certify that they will comply with the limitations on subcontracting specified in the solicitation and resultant contract.
• Subcontracting Limitations: The clause outlines specific percentage limitations for subcontracting based on the predominant NAICS code:
  • Services (except construction): No more than 50% of the contract amount paid to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs.
  • General Construction: No more than 85% of the contract amount paid to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs.
  • Special Trade Construction Contractors: No more than 75% of the contract amount paid to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs.
• Offeror Responsibilities: Offerors acknowledge that they may be required to provide documentation (invoices, subcontracts, task lists) to demonstrate compliance. Failure to cooperate may result in remedial action.
• Penalties: False certifications are subject to penalties under Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001, and potential criminal, civil, or administrative actions.
• Required Fields: The form includes spaces for the printed name and title of the signee, signature, date, and company name and address.

This is a mandatory requirement for all offerors. Failure to complete and submit this certification with the proposal will result in the offer being deemed ineligible for evaluation and award. Bidders must understand and agree to the subcontracting limitations outlined in the clause to ensure compliance if awarded the contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Wage Determination (Revision No. 32, dated 12/03/2025) for the State of Pennsylvania, specifically for the counties of Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Washington, and Westmoreland. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under a service contract. This is not a solicitation itself, but a document that would be incorporated into a solicitation or contract.

• The document lists numerous occupational codes and titles, along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.

• It also specifies required fringe benefits, which include Health & Welfare at $5.55 per hour (or $222.00 per week/$962.00 per month) and specific provisions for paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706 ($5.09 per hour, up to 40 hours/week, or $203.60/week/$882.27/month).

• Vacation benefits are also detailed: 2 weeks after 1 year of service, 3 weeks after 8 years, and 4 weeks after 15 years.

• Eleven paid holidays per year are mandated.

• Hazardous Pay Differential: An 8% differential for high-hazard work (ordnance, explosives) and a 4% differential for lower-hazard work involving potential injury.

• Uniform Allowance: Contractors must provide uniforms or reimburse employees for their cost, including cleaning, at a rate of $3.35 per week.

• This document does not specify a contract type, period of performance, or estimated value, as it is a wage determination that would be applied to a specific contract.

• Not applicable, as this is a wage determination, not a solicitation requiring proposal submission.

• Not applicable. This document sets wage standards for all covered employees, regardless of set-aside status.

• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) applies to contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017.

• Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) applies to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, with specific minimum rates for 2025.

• The Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations is referenced for job descriptions.

• A conformance process is outlined for classifying employees not explicitly listed in the wage determination.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the removal of old and failing duct insulation and jacketing, and the installation of new insulation and jacketing at the VA Pittsburgh University Drive Campus. The work is to be performed on an exterior duct located on the 2nd floor roof.

• Removal of old and failing insulation and jacketing from an exterior duct.

• Installation of new 2-inch-thick insulation and venture clad jacketing.

• Duct dimensions: 52 inches wide, 48 inches high, and 12 feet long.

• New insulation must be 2-inch-thick foam board.

• Insulation must be sloped on flat horizontal sections to prevent water puddles.

• Installation must adhere to manufacturer guidelines.

• Work hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, excluding Federal Holidays.

• Estimated project duration: 30 Days from award notification.

• Safety plan required for personnel working at heights.

• All fall protection equipment must be OSHA approved.

• Debris and waste must be disposed of properly.

• A Firm Fixed Price Contract will be issued.

• Quotes must be submitted via email ONLY to Lakeisiha Davenport at lakeisiha.davenport@va.gov.

• Submission Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.

• Questions must be submitted in writing via email to Lakeisiha Davenport by Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest-Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quote.

• Evaluation factors: Price, Minimum Qualifications, and Compliance with quote submission instructions.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM and VetCert databases.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 238990 - All Other Specialty Trade Contractors.

• Size Standard: $19 Million.

• Offerors must be registered in the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database.

• The solicitation number is 36C24426Q0398.

• The solicitation issue date is not explicitly stated but the offer due date is March 20, 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a request for quote (RFQ) for duct removal and insulation of new ductwork at the Pittsburgh VAMC. The requirement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) contractors.

• Duct Removal

• Insulation of New Ductwork

• Product Service Code: 4120

• NAICS Code: 238990

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 03-20-2026 1:00pm EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA

• Set-Aside: VSA (Veteran Service-Disabled Small Business)

• Contracting Office ZIP Code: 15215

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 4, Regional Procurement Office East, 1010 Delafield Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Pittsburgh VAMC, University Drive C, Pittsburgh PA 15240, USA

• Point of Contact: Lakeisiha Davenport, Contract Specialist, Lakeisiha.Davenport@va.gov, 412-822-3777

• Referenced Attachments:

  • 36C24426Q0076 Duct Insulation Pitt
  • WD 2015-4235 PITTSBURGH PA REV 32 12-03-25
  • 852.219-75 MUST SIGN AND RETURN WITH PROPOSAL