Annual Backflow Preventor Testing at Spokane VA Medical Center

SOL #: 36C260-26-AP-3617Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)
VANCOUVER, WA, 98661, United States

Place of Performance

Spokane, WA

NAICS

Plumbing (238220)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Plumbing, Heating, And Waste Disposal Equipment (J045)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Jun 11, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jun 25, 2026, 9:00 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 conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for a five-year contract (Base Year + Four Option Years) for Annual Backflow Preventer Testing at the Spokane VA Medical Center in Spokane, WA. This requirement includes the inspection, testing, certification, and potential repair of approximately 100 backflow preventers and cross-connection devices. Responses are due by June 25, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will be responsible for:

  • Annual inspection, testing, and certification of 100 backflow preventers and cross-connection devices.
  • Providing repairs for up to 20 devices if deficiencies are identified, subject to Government approval.
  • Maintaining an accurate inventory and log of all devices.
  • Ensuring all services comply with the latest standards, including ABPA, TJC, ASSE, NFPA 25, NFPA 13, AWWA, OSHA, CFR requirements, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Performing testing according to manufacturer recommendations.
  • Providing 24/7 emergency service availability.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought (anticipating a Firm Fixed-Price contract)
  • Duration: Base Year + Four Option Years
  • Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
  • Response Due: June 25, 2026, at 21:00 UTC
  • Published: June 11, 2026

Special Requirements & Deliverables

  • Personnel: Contractor personnel must be certified and licensed to perform backflow preventer inspection, testing, and repair in the State of Washington.
  • Security: All personnel must check in with VA officials, follow VA policies, and display visible identification.
  • Place of Performance: Spokane VA Medical Center, 4815 N. Assembly St, Spokane, WA 99205. Normal work hours are 6:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays.
  • Deliverables: Testing and Inspection Reports (due 10 days after services), Company/Technician Certification (submitted with service tickets, company certification due prior to award), and an Annual Backflow Preventer Survey.

Contact Information

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Points of Contact

Michael J BorelliPRIMARY
Michael.Borelli@va.gov
Craig M RitcheySECONDARY
Craig.Ritchey@va.gov

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