5680--CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY AND MATERIALS FOR THE KCVAMC

Amendment / Modification

This amendment provides answers to questions received regarding solicitation 36C2552600298.

• Questions and Answers are attached, addressing vendor inquiries.

• Clarifies pricing submission requirements: Offerors must complete the Price Schedule and Attachment B with fully completed prices, accounting for anticipated cost changes using their standard escalation or pricing approach. All prices for all ordering periods must be provided.

• Confirms the solicitation is unrestricted.

• States a Tax Exemption Certificate can be provided upon request for construction materials.

• Confirms that BPA holders may increase BPA prices at any time in accordance with B.6, provided the Contracting Officer receives written notification. Price increases will not affect orders already issued.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (36C25526Q0298) is for the procurement of general construction-related supplies and materials for "In-House Construction" projects at the Kansas City VA Medical Center. The objective is to establish a five (5) year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with five (5) 12-month ordering periods.

• General construction supplies and materials as detailed in Attachment B.

• The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines specific project requirements.

• Offerors must demonstrate the ability to provide, deliver, and track materials.

• Offerors must be able to provide required brands/models or approved equals, including salient characteristics for equals.

• Coordination with the KCVA Construction Supervisor (COR) and site superintendent is required.

• Offerors must provide examples or templates of tracking spreadsheets/reports.

• Contract Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Period of Performance: Five (5) years, with five (5) 12-month ordering periods.

• Estimated Order Limit: $600,000.00 per order.

• Ceiling Limit: $3,000,000.00 over the agreement period.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: April 15, 2026, by 09:00 a.m. Central Time.

• Submission Method: Via email to leslie.ross2@va.gov.

• Required Submission Parts: Executed SF1449, Completed Price Schedule and Attachment B, Technical Proposal, and Past Performance information (one to three contracts within the last five years).

• Questions Deadline: April 9, 2026, by 10:00 a.m. CST via email to leslie.ross2@va.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical, Past Performance, and Price. All factors are equal in comparative evaluation.

• The acquisition is unrestricted.

• NAICS Code: 327993.

• Size Standard: 1500 Employees.

• Offerors must represent their small business status and any relevant joint venture information.

• Quantities for supplies are estimated and not guaranteed.

• FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are attached.

• Refer to the addendum to FAR 52.212-1 for additional instructions.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for general construction, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical supplies and materials to support medium to large renovations and new construction projects at the Kansas City VA Medical Center (KCVA) and surrounding Center Based Out-patient Clinics (CBOCs) over a five-year period.

• Procurement of general construction, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical supplies and materials.

• Specific product categories include: Wall Insulation, Acoustical Ceiling, LVT, Cove Base, Handrail/Crash rail, Terrazzo Base, Gypsum Board, Electrical Supplies (general lighting, healthcare electrical systems, communication, fire alarm, security, nurse call), Plumbing (lavatory fixtures, pipes, waste line fittings), and HVAC (hydronic parts, VAV systems).

• Contractor is responsible for product delivery, purchase verification, and tracking of supplied materials.

• Contractor will coordinate with the KCVA Construction Supervisor (COR) or designated Site Superintendent for deliveries and project timelines.

• Contractor must provide a standard spreadsheet and project schedule within 10 days of delivery for material tracking and purchasing trends.

• Visual graphs and reports of material tracking are required.

• Material purchase and delivery verification are required.

• End-user support/tracking and complete material documentation are required.

• The BPA is for a five-year period.

• Deliveries will be to the KCVA Medical Center, 4801 E Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64128.

• Materials may not be delivered or stored at KCVA earlier than 2 weeks before the scheduled delivery date.

• All items must be brand-name or equal; if an equal item is proposed, contractor must provide product specifications.

• Contractor shall provide all equipment, labor, and material necessary for delivery.

• Contractor must attend construction team meetings when invited.

• All contract administration functions are retained by the Department of Veterans Affairs; only the Contracting Officer can approve changes or modify contract requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet listing general construction supplies required for an unspecified project. It details various materials, quantities, units of measure, and some product specifications. Bidders may use this list to understand the material requirements of the opportunity.

• Categories: The list is organized into broad categories such as Insulation, Doors, Frames & Hardware, General Construction Supplies, Acoustical Ceilings, Flooring, Tile, Paint, Wall Covering, Crash Railing, Electrical Supplies, Plumbing Fixtures, Plumbing Pipes, HVAC components, and Hydronic Parts.
• Items: Specific items within each category are listed with descriptions, quantities, and units of measure (e.g., SF, EA, LF, GAL, BOX).
• Specifications: Some items include brand names, model numbers, specific dimensions, colors, or performance characteristics.
• Pricing Columns: The spreadsheet includes columns for unit prices and total prices for multiple ordering periods, though these are left blank in the provided data.

This attachment provides a detailed breakdown of the materials anticipated for the project. Bidders should review this list to assess their capability to source these materials, understand potential costs, and ensure their proposed solutions align with the specified items and quantities. It serves as a reference for the scope of materials involved in the overall opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for General Construction Related Supplies and Materials. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office (NCO) 15, intends to procure these items for "In-House Construction" projects at the Kansas City VA Medical Center.

• Procurement of general construction supplies and materials.

• Not specified in this document.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: April 15, 2026, 09:00 Central Time, Chicago, USA.

• Archive: 10 days after the response date.

• Set-Aside: N/A

• Solicitation Number: 36C25526Q0298

• Product Service Code: 5680

• NAICS Code: 327993

• Place of Performance: Kansas City VA Medical Center, 4801 East Linwood Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64128, USA.

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15, 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway, Leavenworth KS 66048.