6115--Chill Water Pump VFD
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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 Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System in Biloxi, MS, is soliciting quotes for the replacement of a Chill Water Pump Variable Frequency Drive (VFD). This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Quotes are due by February 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the replacement of one (1) ABB Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), model ABBD ACH580-BCR-180A-4+F267 (ABB 150HP 480V VCR DRIVE+BP+SSW), for the Chill Water Pump at the Biloxi Medical Center. The replacement VFD must precisely match the existing unit's wiring connections, bolt hole patterns, power requirements, horsepower, by-pass features, and coupling connections. Key specifications include 480 VOLTS, 150 HORSE POWER RATING, VERTICAL CIRCUIT BREAKER, BY-PASS, and SERVICE SWITCH. The VFD is critical for the chiller plant's operation.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: 30 days (Base Period).
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs Coast Veterans Healthcare System, Biloxi, MS 39531.
- Product Service Code: 6115 (Generators And Generator Sets, Electrical).
Set-Aside
This acquisition is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14).
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: Monday, February 9, 2026, by 12:00 PM CT.
- Quotes Due: Friday, February 13, 2026, by 12:00 PM CT.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to angela.kennedy2@va.gov.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the offeror whose quote represents the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Required Forms: Offerors must complete SF 1449 Blocks 12, 17a (including phone number), 30a, b, and c, provide UEI and Federal Tax ID, and fill out the Price Schedule (Section B). Attachment 1: Contractor Certification is also required.
Site Visit
A site visit is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT. All vendors interested in attending must register in advance by emailing angela.kennedy2@va.gov.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Angela M Kennedy, Contract Specialist, angela.kennedy2@va.gov.