C1DA--503-26-109 Remediate Reserve Center UST AE Design Solicitation

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for establishing and maintaining a site-specific water safety plan for construction projects at the James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center.

• Water Safety Plan Development: The plan must address potable and non-potable water uses, installer experience, licensing, certifications, temporary service connections, delivery and storage of water materials, installation and post-installation procedures, and VA temperature requirements.

• Submission and Approval: The plan must be submitted to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for review and approval before construction begins. Annual resubmission is required for contracts extending beyond one year.

• Installer Qualifications: Tradesmen must be skilled, licensed, and provide evidence of successful completion of at least five similar projects, along with any additional qualifications or continuing education.

• Temporary Service Connections: Proper separation of domestic water during construction is required via a backflow device. Water lines and equipment must be capped, covered, and protected.

• Installation Requirements: Includes referencing Master Specifications for cleanliness, reaming pipe ends, avoiding aerators on faucets, removing dead legs, not installing carbon filters, avoiding running fire sprinkler piping above ductwork, grading water lines for drainage, proper connection of branch lines, insulation of water lines, and avoiding running ice machine supply lines near heat sources.

• Post-Installation Procedures: Hydrostatic pressure testing, removal of piping used for leak testing, flushing lines with clean potable water, disinfection and sterilization of the domestic water distribution system per specified codes (IPC, AWA C651), bacterial and water quality testing, daily flushing documentation, and commissioning of equipment.

• Temperature Requirements: Specific minimum and maximum temperatures for tank-type hot water heaters (140°F), instantaneous/semi-instantaneous heaters (130°F), hot water circulation loops (124°F), and cold water (below 67°F).

• Mixing Valves: Installation of master thermostatic mixing valves (complying with IPC and ASSE 1017) to temper water distribution.

• Shower/Sink Temperatures: General use showers/sinks and immersion tubs must not exceed 110°F, with specific valve requirements (IPC and ASSE 1016/1070).

• Emergency Showers/Eye Wash Stations: Temperatures must be between 60°F and 100°F with anti-scald protection (IPC and ASSE 1071).

• Verification: Temperatures must be verified with a calibrated thermometer.

Not explicitly stated in this document, but implied to be at the James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center.

• Compliance with Master Specifications (Section 01 33 23, 22 05 11, 22 40 00, 22 11 00).
• Adherence to International Plumbing Code (IPC) and American Water Association (AWA) C651.
• Use of specific ASSE standards for mixing valves and anti-scald protection.
• Documentation of flushing and disinfection to be kept by COR/Engineer for at least 3 years.
• Equipment commissioning documentation to be retained for at least 5 years.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the A/E (Architect/Engineer) submission instructions for the Minor and NRM (Non-Recurring Maintenance) Construction Program for Medical Center Projects. Its purpose is to define the minimum requirements for submissions at various design stages (Schematics, Design Development, Construction Documents) to ensure clarity for both VA reviewers and the A/E firms.

The document details the requirements for A/E firms contracted by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for design services. This includes:

• Providing design services, technical specifications, working drawings, cost estimates, and as-built drawings.

• Conducting environmental assessments, such as Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) scanning and soil borings, to determine the extent of underground storage tanks and soil contamination.

• Designing for the removal and remediation of underground storage tanks and contaminated soil.

• Coordinating all activities with the VA Medical Center (VAMC) and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

• Submitting detailed plans and specifications for various disciplines including Site Development, Architectural, Fire Protection, Interior Design, Structural, Plumbing, Sanitary, HVAC, Electrical, Equipment, Steam Generation, Steam Distribution, Solid Waste Disposal, Automatic Transport, Asbestos Abatement, Space Planning, and Critical Path Method (CPM).

• Submissions must adhere to VA guidelines, standards, and master specifications.

• A/E firms are responsible for producing correct, complete, and fully coordinated construction documents.

• Value engineering reviews are required at each submission stage.

• Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) plans must be developed and executed.

• A/E firms must provide a design that is within budget.

This document pertains to VA Medical Center Projects. Specific project timelines and locations will be detailed in individual contracts.

• A/E firms must coordinate designs with VA staff and ensure minimal disruption to operations.
• All designs must comply with current VA Engineering and Design standards.
• A/E firms must provide Building Information Modeling (BIM) & Computer Aided Design (CAD) in accordance with the latest VA BIM & CAD Standards.
• All ENGINEER employees performing work on-site must undergo background checks, obtain VA photo IDs, and complete required training videos.
• A/E firms are responsible for any problems encountered and must take immediate remedial action.
• Cost estimates must not exceed authorized funding.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for an Engineering Services (ES) Firm to perform design services for the "Remediate Reserve Center UST Project" (Project 503-26-109) at the Altoona VA Medical Center in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The project involves design services, technical specifications, working drawings, cost estimates, as-built drawings, construction period services, and site-visits for the remediation of an Underground Storage Tank (UST).

• Design services, technical specifications, working drawings, cost estimates, as-built drawings.

• Construction period services and site-visits.

• The magnitude of construction is estimated at $8,600,000.00.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• This is a request for Standard Form (SF) 330 submissions, not a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Eligible SF 330 responses will be evaluated, and the top three (3) most highly qualified candidates will be requested to provide an oral presentation.

• The contract is procured in accordance with the Brooks Act (FAR Subpart 36.6, VAAR 836.6, VAAM Part M836).

• Evaluation criteria include: Professional Qualifications, Specialized Experience and Technical Competence (most important), Past Performance, Experience in Construction Period Services, Use of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Capacity to Accomplish Work, and Geographical Location.

• Professional Qualifications and Specialized Experience/Technical Competence are significantly more important than other factors.

• This solicitation is set-aside 100% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).

• NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services).

• Small business standard: $25.5 million.

• Firms must be registered and verified as an SDVOSB in the SBA Registry and registered in SAM.gov at the time of SF 330 submittal.

• SF 330 submittals must be sent electronically via email to Kristopher Tolar (Kristopher.tolar@va.gov) and Christopher McDevitt (Christopher.McDevitt@va.gov).

• Response Date/Time: July 17, 2026, 16:00 Eastern Time, New York, USA.

• Subject Line for email: "Solicitation 36C24426R0124 SF 330 Submittal".

• Required insert at the front of the submittal: SAM Unique Entity Identifier, Primary Point of Contact email, copy of Errors and Omissions Insurance Policy, copy of Pennsylvania State Licensure (or statement on sealing drawings), and statement of primary design office.

• Failure to provide required documentation may result in non-responsiveness.

• Referenced attachments include: SOW, Fire Protection Engineer Service Guide, Water Safety Plan, and CAD Deliverables.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) Standards required for Project #503-26-109. It specifies the technical criteria that the Architect/Engineer (A/E) must adhere to for all CADD data deliverables.

• Graphic Format: All CADD data must be supplied in Autodesk Inc., REVIT 2025. Files must be directly compatible with the VAMC's CADD system.
• Delivery Media: CADD data files are to be delivered on CD, organized according to the CADD Standards, Naming Conventions section.
• CADD Standards: Requires 3D intelligent object CADD drawing files for Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical-HVAC, Plumbing, and Structural disciplines. Drawings should be registered with specific origin points.
• Lettering: Only REVIT Version 2025 default font styles are accepted, with specified text sizes for different elements (General Notes, Subtitles, Main Titles).
• Symbology: The A/E shall use Department of Veterans Affairs symbology. Any special project-specific symbology developed by the A/E must be provided separately.
• Layering/Level Standards: Must follow the American Institute of Architects’ “CADD Layering Guidelines”.
• Directory Path and File Naming Conventions: Specific structures are mandated for directory paths and file names, including project number, file name components (building number, floor, year, drawing title), and extensions.
• Architectural Entities: All architectural drawing entities (doors, windows, etc.) must use REVIT 2025 symbology and default system attributes.
• Block Attributes: A BLOCK attribute is required for each space, containing Room Number and Room Name.
• Hardcopy and Documentation: The contractor must supply hardcopies of CADD data file listings, full-size check plots of all drawings, and full-size plots of special project-specific symbology.
• Ownership: All CADD files created for the project are the property of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

This document is critical for any bidder involved in design or drafting aspects of the project. It details the mandatory software, file formats, organizational structure, naming conventions, and specific content requirements for all CADD deliverables. Failure to comply with these standards may impact project acceptance and payment.

Other / Unclassified

This document, "VHA Fire Protection Engineering Services Request Guide - External Access: Step 1," provides instructions for external users to activate their accounts and gain access to Booz Allen Hamilton's VHA Fire Protection Engineering Services Site. It details the process of accepting an invitation, setting up a Microsoft account (if necessary), and configuring Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for secure access to collaborative content stored in Booz Allen's systems (PME Online and OneDrive for Business).

This guide is crucial for potential bidders who need to access and collaborate on project documents related to VHA Fire Protection Engineering Services. It outlines the technical steps required to establish an account and gain entry to the necessary platforms, ensuring vendors can participate in the project review process. The document also references a "Service Request Submission Form" and the "Statement of Work" for project design reviews, indicating the overall workflow for engaging with these services.