Annual Backflow Valve Testing, Maintenance & Compliance
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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), specifically the Network Contract Office 20, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Annual Backflow Valve Testing, Maintenance & Compliance services. This requirement involves the annual testing of 93 backflow assemblies at the VA Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center and Clinics (VA SORCC) in White City, Oregon. The objective is to prevent potable water contamination and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Responses are due by April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The services required include:
- Inventory and verification of 93 backflow prevention assemblies.
- Annual testing of all assemblies using Oregon Health Authority (OHA)-approved methods.
- Corrective maintenance and repair for assemblies that fail testing.
- Installation compliance review according to Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) and Medford Water Commission (MWC) standards.
- Documentation and reporting of all testing and maintenance activities to the VA and MWC.
- Furnishing, installation, and commissioning of a Mojave Monitor dry vacuum system or equivalent. Work must be performed by a state-approved and certified Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) during normal VA SORCC business hours (8 am to 4:30 pm).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 8, 2026
- Published: March 24, 2026
- Place of Performance: VA Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center and Clinics, 8495 Crater Lake Hwy, White City, OR 97503.
Requirements for Responders
Interested parties must:
- Provide proof of state-approval and current Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) certification.
- Include their SAM Unique Entity ID (UEI).
- Describe their technical solution for meeting the requirement.
- Pay close attention to the attached Statement of Work (SOW) for detailed requirements and performance standards.
Evaluation
Responses to this Sources Sought notice will be used by the VA to determine the availability of qualified sources, including potential small business participation, and to inform the acquisition strategy for a future solicitation. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.