C222--626-26-101 Upgrade Nashville Generator Systems

SOL #: 36C24926R0059Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)
MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, United States

Place of Performance

Nashville, TN

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

Architect And Engineering General: Electrical Systems (C222)

Set Aside

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

Timeline

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Posted
May 7, 2026

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 Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Nashville, TN, has issued a Presolicitation Notice for Project 626-26-101: Upgrade Nashville Generator Systems. This project requires 3rd party commissioning services for the upgrade or replacement of campus generator systems and fuel tanks, as the existing infrastructure lacks sufficient load capacity. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or around December 19, 2025.

Scope of Work

The selected consultant will provide comprehensive 3rd party commissioning services from the design phase through construction. This includes mechanical, plumbing, electrical power, electrical systems, controls, architectural, structural, fire alarm, and fire protection expertise. The process involves reviewing design drawings, submittals, schedules, conducting construction inspections, and commissioning systems. The ultimate goal is a fully functional, optimized emergency generator system integrated into the existing Building Automation System (BAS). The project encompasses generators, fuel tanks, building/enclosure, cabling/wiring, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), controls, load shedding, physical security upgrades, testing, and commissioning.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
  • Procurement Method: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 14.101 – Sealed Bidding
  • Product/Service Code: C222 – Architect and Engineering – General: Electrical Systems
  • Period of Performance: Approximately 650 calendar days (285 for design, 365 for construction)
  • Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or around December 19, 2025
  • Place of Performance: Nashville VA Medical Center, 1310 24th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37212

Eligibility / Set-Aside

This requirement is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns under 38 U.S.C. §8127(d). Offerors must be listed and viewable in the SBA database at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ at the time of offer submission and prior to award. All offerors must also have an active listing in the System for Award Management (SAM) database and be determined responsible in accordance with FAR Part 9.

Additional Notes

Questions regarding this requirement will only be addressed in writing via email to Brian.Bentley@va.gov. The Project Number, Project Name, and Solicitation Number must be included in the subject line. No questions will be considered until the actual solicitation is released.

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Posted: May 7, 2026