679-19-101 Correct Critical Access and ADA Deficiencies B61

SOL #: 36C24726R0069Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs

Veterans Affairs, Department Of

247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)

AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, United States

Place of Performance

Tuscaloosa, AL

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

Construction Of Hospitals And Infirmaries (Y1DA)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/194f2d95628b41eea6193d895f6e84c6/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 24, 2026

Last Updated

May 7, 2026

Submission Deadline

May 8, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 soliciting proposals for Project 679-19-101: Correct Critical Access and ADA Deficiencies Bldg. 61 at the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center, AL. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside for construction services. The estimated magnitude is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Proposals are due May 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The project involves comprehensive renovation of the connecting corridor between Buildings 4 and 61. Key tasks include:

Modification of the floor slope to comply with VA guidelines.
Installation of new HVAC systems, lighting, and fire protection.
Installation of new finishes and a railing system.
Demolition of existing connector/corridor portions as required.
Compliance with all VA safety rules, NFPA, and NEC codes.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Construction.
Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from the date of award or Notice to Proceed.
Place of Performance: Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center, 3701 Loop Road East, Tuscaloosa, AL 35494.
NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a $45 million size standard.
Product Service Code (PSC): Y1DA (Construction of Hospitals and Infirmaries).

Eligibility & Set-Aside

This acquisition is a 100% Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Offerors must be:

Certified by the Small Business Administration (SBA).
Registered in SAM.gov and comply with VETS 4212 reporting.
Compliant with VAAR Clause 852.219-75 regarding limitations on subcontracting (not more than 85% of the contract amount paid to non-SDVOSB firms for general construction).
Joint ventures are eligible if they comply with 13 CFR 128.402.

Submission & Evaluation

Proposal Submission Deadline: May 8, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
Requests for Information (RFIs) Due: April 29, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
Site Visit: April 23, 2026, 9:00 AM CST (refer to Attachment 9 for instructions).
Submission Method: Electronically to the email addresses provided in the solicitation, with a 10 MB file size limit per email.
Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated based on two factors: Past Performance (significantly more important than price) and Price.
Required Submissions: Include an Itemized Cost Breakdown (Attachment 4), Wage Determination (Attachment 5), Experience Modification Rate Form (Attachment 1), VAAR 852.219-75 certification (Attachment 2), and a Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment 3) completed by references.
Other Requirements: An offer guarantee is required. Performance and Payment Bonds are mandatory for awards exceeding $150,000. Contractors must comply with security, badging, and electronic invoicing via Tungsten Network (Attachment 6).