644-26-001 Plumbing Infrastructure Repairs Ext Site D-B - Phoenix, AZ
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Plumbing Infrastructure Repairs Design-Build at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. This project aims to replace failing and deteriorating water pipeage. Responses are due by January 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The project involves comprehensive plumbing infrastructure upgrades. This includes replacing existing water pipeage, utilizing city water tie-ins, and running new piping equipped with shut-off valves. A small structure will be constructed to house water treatment equipment, requiring proper ventilation and temperature control. The scope also covers installing pipes and shut-off valves to approximately 6-8 buildings across the campus. Professional architectural and engineering (A/E) services are required for drawings, specifications, cost estimates, project phasing, site visits, and construction period services. C&A requirements and Security Accreditation Packages are not necessary for this project.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (for a future competitive, firm-fixed-price, design-build contract)
- Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, size standard $39.5 million)
- Period of Performance: Estimated 457 calendar days from Notice to Proceed
- Response Due: January 23, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Published Date: January 15, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors must submit an electronic Capabilities Statement in PDF format (maximum 4MB, not exceeding eight single-sided pages). The submission must include:
- Company name, DUNS number, UEI, address, Point of Contact (POC) name, phone, and email.
- Company business size and type (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, SDVOSB) under NAICS 236220.
- A Statement of Interest.
- Prime contractor's available bonding capacity (via a letter of intent).
- Descriptions of up to three comparable past contracts completed within the last seven years, detailing project name, owner, contact, scope, size, building use, dollar value, and dates.
- Specific examples of technical skills and key personnel.
- A description of self-performed work (dollar value and description).
- A cover page with company details, socio-economic status, and POC information.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
The specific socio-economic set-aside, if any, will be determined by the government based on the market research and responses received. The government will decide whether to limit competition to small business categories or proceed with full and open competition.
Additional Notes
This notice serves solely for market research purposes and is not a solicitation. No proposals will be accepted at this stage, and the government will not compensate for information provided. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring https://sam.gov/ for any future solicitation releases.