508-24-102 | Replace AHUs 2,3,5,17, and 19
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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 NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247), has issued a Solicitation (RFP 36C24726R0013) for the replacement of five mechanically deficient Air Handling Units (AHUs) at the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center in Decatur, GA. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The estimated construction magnitude is between $5M and $10M. Proposals are due by March 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This project, titled "Replace AHUs 2,3,5,17, and 19," involves the comprehensive replacement of five specific AHUs (1A-AH02, BA-AH03, 1A-AH05, 4A-AH17 with ERU 4A-AH26, and A4-AH19 with ERU 6A-AH28) located in Building A. The scope includes:
- Associated demolition, structural modifications, and replacement of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and controls.
- Compliance with VA Standards, PG-18-1, and applicable design guides.
- Adherence to Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) Class III measures and Pre-Construction Risk Assessment (PCRA) protocols.
- Lead-based paint abatement for identified components (AHUs in rooms 1A147 and 6A104). No asbestos was detected in sampled materials.
- Development and implementation of a Comprehensive Safety Plan and Contractor Quality Control Plan (CQCP).
- Provision of O&M Manuals, As-Built drawings, and training.
- Coordination of work hours (normal VA hours 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM, M-F) and temporary HVAC units.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and certifications.sba.gov.
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), Small Business Standard: $19 Million.
- Period of Performance: 550 Calendar Days from Notice to Proceed (NTP), including submittal and punch list phases.
- Proposal Due Date: March 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.
- Published Date: March 5, 2026 (latest amendment).
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to gregory.snyder@va.gov.
- Evaluation will be based on two factors: Past Performance (significantly more important) and Price.
- Required submissions include an Experience Modification Rate Form, VAAR 852.219-75 Certificate of Compliance for Subcontracting Limitations, Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ), and an Itemized Cost Breakdown.
- A bid guarantee (20% of bid price or $3M, whichever is less) and an offer guarantee bond are required.
- Offerors must acknowledge all amendments.
Additional Information
- A second site visit was held on March 3, 2026.
- Electronic invoicing is mandatory via the Tungsten Network e-Invoicing system.
- Prevailing wage rates for DeKalb County, GA, apply as per Wage Determination GA20260305.