C223--Chilled Water Multiple 3-Way Valve Replacement (VA-26-00019254)
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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 6 (NCO 6), is conducting a Sources Sought for Architect-Engineer (A/E) services for the Chilled Water Multiple 3-way Valve Replacement project (Project #659-26-600) at the W.G. (Bill) Hefner Salisbury VA Medical Center in Salisbury, North Carolina. This is for market research only and does not constitute a request for proposals. Responses are due by February 05, 2026, at 3PM EST.
Scope of Work
The A/E shall provide design services to replace existing chilled water 3-way valves with 2-way valves across campus buildings and integrate DDC controls. This will involve:
- Schematics, Design Development, Construction Documents, Technical Specifications
- Construction Period Services, Site Visits, Cost Estimates, As-Built Documentation
- An extensive survey to identify necessary fixes/corrections to meet current codes and VA hospital requirements. All design must comply with VA Specifications, Design Guides, Infection Control Guidelines, applicable codes (including NFPA/Life Safety Code), and Energy Standards. The project encompasses Architectural, Structural, Electrical, and Mechanical engineering, aiming to minimize interruption during construction.
Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 541330 – Engineering Services (Size Standard: $25.5 Million)
- PSC Code: C223 – Architect and Engineering – General: Mechanical Systems
- Anticipated Magnitude of Construction: $1,000,000 to $2,000,000
- Anticipated Period of Performance (Design): 180 calendar days from Notice to Proceed
- Estimated Total Contract Period: 725 days
Set-Aside & Evaluation
This market research will inform the acquisition strategy. The government anticipates setting aside future acquisitions for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) if two or more eligible, capable, and verified firms respond. If responses are inadequate, alternate set-asides or full and open competition may be considered. All responses will be reviewed, regardless of business size.
Submission & Deadlines
Interested parties must use the attached Sources Sought Questionnaire to respond. Completed responses should be emailed to Mark Griffin at mark.griffin2@va.gov. No telephone inquiries will be accepted.
- Response Due: February 05, 2026, at 3PM EST
- Published: January 27, 2026