4510--Backflow Prevention Assemblies
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
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 6, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified businesses capable of providing Backflow Prevention Assemblies for the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, VA. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to determine industry capabilities and inform potential future set-aside opportunities. Responses are due by Tuesday, May 6th, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The VA is seeking information on vendors who can supply specific backflow prevention assemblies. Key requirements include:
- Two (2) 8-Inch Backflow Prevention Assemblies (Watts Series LF909, Part Number: WLF909M1OSYFS8X, RPZ type, Lead-Free, OS&Y valves, stainless steel components).
- Two (2) 6-Inch Backflow Prevention Assemblies (Watts Series LF909-FS, Part Number: WLF909OSYFSU, RPZ type, Lead-Free, OS&Y valves, stainless steel components). All items must be new, unused, and include manufacturer warranties and documentation. Delivery is expected within 30 calendar days from the date of award if a solicitation follows.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- NAICS: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a $19 Million size standard.
- Set-Aside: Information collected may be used to determine a future set-aside, including for veteran-owned small businesses.
- Response Due: May 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Published: April 30, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors should email responses to Contract Specialist Charlsi Brooker at Charlsi.Brooker@va.gov, referencing 36C24626Q0570. Submissions must include:
- Business Name and Address
- DUNS and UEI
- Interest in providing an FSS quote or Open Market (include GSA/FSS/NAC Contract Number if applicable)
- Point of Contact Name, Phone Number, and E-mail Address
- SAM # and NAICS code
- Business Size (SMALL or LARGE)
- Type of Business (e.g., service-disabled veteran owned, veteran owned small business, 8a, HUBZone, woman-owned). Contractors must be registered with SAM.gov, and veteran-owned businesses with VIP at veterans.certify.sba.gov.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or an offer to contract. No contract will be awarded based on this Sources Sought, and costs incurred in response will not be reimbursed. Responses will not be returned.