4520--Lyons VAMC Water Heater Replacement Brand Specific to ensure hookups are compatible no additional piping being considered
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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
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the 242-Network Contract Office 02, is soliciting offers for the replacement of water heaters at the Lyons VAMC in Lyons, NJ. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price acquisition for materials only, focusing on brand-specific Patterson-Kelley semi-instantaneous water heaters to ensure compatibility with existing systems. This opportunity is a Total Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Offers are due by May 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the purchase of two specific Patterson-Kelley semi-instantaneous water heaters, with installation to be performed by VA staff. The acquisition includes:
- Item 1: One (1) Patterson-Kelley Model PK-08D Semi-Instantaneous Water Heater. This unit must meet specific GPM, temperature, steam pressure, and insulation requirements. Key features include a copper nickel pressure vessel, copper nickel tube bundle, bronze circulator pump, steam control valve, and relief valves.
- Item 2: One (1) Patterson-Kelley Model PK-10D Semi-Instantaneous Water Heater. This unit has similar specifications to Item 1 but with higher capacity and different valve/component sizes. Both items require electronic Operation & Maintenance Manuals and Factory Authorized Start-Up & Training.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Performance Period: 60 days from award.
- Product Service Code: 4520 (Space And Water Heating Equipment).
- Place of Performance: Lyons VAMC, 151 Knollcroft Road, Lyons, NJ 07939-5001.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This acquisition is a Total Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Offerors must be certified and listed in the SBA certification database at the time of offer and award. Compliance with VAAR 852.219-73 and VAAR 852.219-76 regarding limitations on subcontracting is required.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: May 22, 2026, by 4:00 PM EDT.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be emailed to Corey.Swinton@va.gov.
- The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference.
Additional Notes
Delivery is FOB Destination to the Lyons VA Medical Center. Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), with invoices due 30 days after delivery and submittal.