C1DA--509-24-250 - Replace Cooling Towers - AE CPS (VA-26-00015339)
Overview
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Original Source
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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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 7, intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed price contract to KSM A&E Federal Group, LLC. for Construction Period Services (CPS) for Project No. 509-24-250, "Replace Cooling Towers," at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, GA. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals; however, interested firms may submit capability statements. Responses are due by April 30, 2026, at 15:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for engineering services to support post-award activities associated with the construction contract. The intent is to retain the Architect-Engineer (A-E) designer of record (DOR) to ensure the design is properly executed and interpreted. Services include, but are not limited to:
- Construction submittal reviews
- Responses to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs)
- Execution of design changes and potential design changes
- Attendance at necessary site visits and construction-related meetings
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Basis: Sole-source award under FAR Subpart 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
- Construction Period: Scheduled for completion no later than October 9, 2026
- NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services)
- Size Standard: $25.5M
- Response Due: April 30, 2026, by 15:00 PM MST
- Published: April 16, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any SAM-registered firm believing it can meet the requirement may submit a written capability statement. This statement should explain how the firm could effectively operate in the same footprint as the A-E contractor, possess working knowledge of potential issues, and assume associated liabilities. The government will use these responses for market research to determine if an alternative, competitive approach is warranted.
Additional Notes
Funding for the design contract has expired, but CPS services are needed as construction continues. No reimbursement will be provided for developing a response to this notice. The government retains sole discretion to decide whether the information received warrants a competitive procurement.