655-26-201 Repaint Water Tower

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the repainting of the water tower at the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. The project requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, supervision, and equipment to fully complete the work as detailed in the contract specifications and drawings.

• Exterior washing and overcoating of the water tower.

• Updating the VA logo.

• Interior "full blasting" and recoating.

• Spot repair and touch-ups of the interior dry riser as necessary.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Ninety (90) calendar days.

• Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $250,000 and $500,000.

• Offers are due by 3:00 PM EDT on June 12, 2026.

• Proposals must be submitted in original and one copy.

• Offerors must include their name and address, solicitation number, and due date/time on sealed envelopes.

• Offer guarantee is not required.

• Offers providing less than 120 calendar days for Government acceptance will be rejected.

• This acquisition is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 238320.

• Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million.

• Place of Performance: 1500 Weiss St., Saginaw, MI 48602.

• The contractor shall begin performance within 10 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed.

• Performance and payment bonds are required.

• Additional attachments include Specifications, Drawings, and Wage Determination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

These drawings provide detailed plans and elevations for the "Repaint Water Tower" project (Project No. 655-26-201) at the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center. They serve as a visual guide for the scope of work.

• Cover Sheet (G1.1): Includes project identification, location map, campus area map, and a drawing index.
• Plans & Elevations (CS1.1): Details the water tower structure, including dimensions, elevations, tank capacity (250,000 gallons), and foundation.
• Notes: Specifies requirements for exterior and interior tank work, including washing, overcoating, and full interior stripping and recoating.
• Coating Systems: Outlines specific coating systems for both interior (AWWA D102 Inside Coating System No. 3) and exterior (Outer Overcoat System) applications, including surface preparation and material specifications (e.g., Corothane, Duraplate UHS, Macropoxy 646, Fluorokem HS 100).
• Logo Placement: Provides details for the placement and color of the "VA" logo on the tank.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the physical scope, technical specifications for materials and coatings, and the overall requirements for repainting the water tower. They inform the bidding process by detailing the exact work to be performed, including surface preparation, coating application, and aesthetic elements like the logo.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (MI20260097) detailing prevailing wage rates and fringes for building construction projects in Saginaw County, Michigan. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards on federal or federally funded construction projects.

• General Decision Number: MI20260097, effective 01/02/2026.
• Superseded Decision Number: MI20250097.
• Location: Saginaw County, Michigan.
• Construction Type: Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Classifications and Rates: Lists specific trades (e.g., Asbestos Worker, Boilermaker, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Ironworker, Laborer, Painter, Plumber, Roofer, Sheet Metal Worker, Welder) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Footnotes and Special Provisions: Includes details on paid holidays (e.g., Fourth of July, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day) and specific conditions for certain classifications (e.g., crane operators, alarm installation).
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining contractor obligations.
• Appeals Process: Provides information on how to appeal wage determination decisions.

Bidders must review these wage rates to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. Compliance with these prevailing wages is a mandatory requirement for contracts covered by this determination. Failure to adhere to these rates can result in penalties and contract non-compliance.

Specifications

This document contains the "SPECIFICATIONS 655-26-201 Repaint Water Tower" for the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. It outlines the "100% Bid Documents" for VA Project 655-26-201.

• Table of Contents (Section 00 01 10): Lists the various divisions and sections included in the specifications, covering special sections, general requirements, existing conditions, finishes, and plumbing.
• List of Drawing Sheets (Section 00 01 15): Details the drawings that accompany the specification, including a cover sheet and water tower plans & elevations.
• General Requirements (Division 01): This extensive division covers a wide range of project requirements, including:
  • General intention and statement of bid items.
  • Construction security requirements.
  • Fire safety protocols.
  • Operations and storage areas.
  • Alterations procedures.
  • Infection prevention measures.
  • Disposal and retention of waste.
  • Protection of existing vegetation, structures, equipment, and utilities.
  • Restoration requirements.
  • As-built drawing requirements.
  • Use of roadways.
  • Temporary use of mechanical and electrical equipment, and elevators.
  • Availability and use of utility services.
  • Testing procedures.
  • Instructions for maintenance and operating manuals.
  • Photographic documentation requirements.
• Temporary Environmental Controls (Section 01 57 19): Details requirements for managing environmental pollution and damage, including controls for air, water, land, noise, solid waste, and radioactive materials.
• Construction Waste Management (Section 01 74 19): Outlines requirements for managing non-hazardous building construction and demolition waste, emphasizing minimization, salvage, recycling, and proper disposal.
• Demolition (Section 02 41 00): Specifies requirements for the demolition and removal of buildings, portions of buildings, utilities, and debris.
• Industrial Protective and Marine Coatings (Section 09 96 00): Details specifications for surface preparation and the application of industrial protective and marine coatings for various surfaces, including immersion and exterior systems.
• Facility Water Distribution (Section 22 11 00): Covers domestic water systems, including piping, equipment, and accessories.
• Facility Elevated, Potable-Water Storage Tanks (Section 22 12 16): Specifies requirements for an elevated steel water storage tank and tower system, including materials, painting, sterilization, and accessories.

This document serves as the primary technical specification for the "Repaint Water Tower" project. Bidders must carefully review all sections to understand the scope of work, technical requirements, safety protocols, environmental controls, waste management, demolition procedures, coating specifications, and water system requirements to accurately prepare their bids and execute the project.

Presolicitation Notice

This is a pre-solicitation announcement from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to inform potential offerors of the intent to advertise for the project "655-26-201 Repaint Water Towers" at the Saginaw VA Medical Center, MI. A solicitation is planned for release on or about April 28, 2026.

• The project scope includes furnishing all necessary tools, equipment, materials, labor, and supervision to:

  • Thoroughly wash and overcoat the exterior of the water tower, updating the VA logo.
  • Fully blast and recoat the interior.
  • Perform spot repairs and touchups on the interior dry riser as needed.

• Work is to be performed during normal daytime business hours, excluding federal holidays.

• The Government intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price Contract.

• The estimated contract award timeline is within 120 days from the proposal due date.

• This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for offers.

• No other information regarding scope or dates is available until the solicitation is issued.

• The solicitation will be disseminated electronically via Contract Opportunities at sam.gov.

• Offerors are responsible for obtaining all solicitation documents and acknowledging amendments.

• This acquisition is a 100% set-aside for qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• Only offers from SDVOSBs verified in the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) at the time of proposal submission are eligible.

• The applicable NAICS code is 238320 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a small business size standard of $19 million.

• Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and verified in Vendor Information Pages (vetbiz.va.gov).

• The eventual awardee must have a current VETS4212 report on file.

• All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Christina Shockey at christina.shockey@va.gov. No fax or telephone inquiries will be answered.