CTX Water Heater Repair and Replacement
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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), specifically 257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17, is soliciting proposals for the CTX Water Heater Repair and Replacement project at the Central Texas VA Health Care System in Temple, TX. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Proposals are due July 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.
Scope of Work
This project involves the repair and replacement of existing steam-to-domestic water heater systems. Key requirements include:
- Demolition of four (4) existing RECO water heaters and associated piping.
- Furnishing and installing four (4) new RECO heat exchangers.
- Reconnecting and installing all necessary piping systems (steam supply, condensate return, makeup water, domestic hot water supply and return).
- Installing thermometers and pressure gauges for system monitoring.
- Complying with VA Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) and Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM).
- Ensuring all new piping is Schedule 80 steel and insulated.
- Providing OEM-trained field service engineers and OEM-manufactured replacement parts.
- Offering a one (1) year warranty on labor and workmanship.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Solicitation 36C25726Q0654)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14). VAAR 852.219-75 applies, requiring that no more than 50% of the amount paid by the government be paid to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs.
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a $19 Million size standard.
- Product Service Code: J045 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Plumbing, Heating, And Waste Disposal Equipment)
- Period of Performance: 120 days.
- Place of Performance: CTVHCS 1901 Veterans Memorial Dr. Temple, TX 76504.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: July 9, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT.
- Submission Method: Proposals must be submitted via email to Taminie Woodrow at Taminie.Woodrow@va.gov.
- Site Visit: Scheduled for June 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.
- Technical Questions Due: June 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM CDT.
- Evaluation: Competitive best value selection using Comparative Analysis, considering Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.
- Required Submissions: Capability Statement (max 3 pages), references, and pricing. Offerors must complete and sign SF 1449 and all amendments.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items). A Wage Determination (SCA 2015-5237 Rev30) for Bell and Coryell Counties, TX, is included, detailing minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits. Bidders must use this information for accurate labor cost calculations and compliance.