F109--SB989 Testing 19 Underground Storage Tanks | SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE
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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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) capable of providing SB989 Testing for 19 Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) at the Long Beach VA Medical Center in Long Beach, CA. This is not a solicitation, and responses will inform future acquisition decisions. Responses are due by April 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, parts, materials, equipment, and supervision for SB989 testing of 19 USTs. This includes inspection and testing of secondary containment systems such as UST monitoring systems, spill buckets, overfill-prevention equipment, annular spaces, and sump pumps, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Specific testing is required for eight USTs located in Buildings 5, 5B, 125, 126OP, 128, 133, 138, and 150. Work must adhere to California's SB989 mandate, requiring certification by International Code Council (ICC) certified technicians. Safety training certifications (30-hour for Superintendent, 10-hour OSHA for Tradesmen) and proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are mandatory. Various permits (e.g., Above the Ceiling, Electrical, Excavation, Hot Work) may be required, and notification to the City of Long Beach Fire Department for testing dates is essential.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- NAICS Code: 811310 – Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance ($12.5M)
- PSC Code: F109 – Environmental Systems Protection – Leaking Underground Storage Tank Support
- Response Due: April 15, 2026, 3:00 PM PST
- Published Date: April 13, 2026
- Place of Performance: Long Beach VA Medical Center, Long Beach, CA
Eligibility & Submission
The VA is mandated to consider a total set-aside for SDVOSBs. If SDVOSB responses are inadequate, alternate set-asides or full and open competition may be considered. Interested firms must submit the following via email to naomi.meza@va.gov: * Company name, address, point of contact, phone, fax, and email * DUNS number, Cage Code, Tax ID Number * Type of small business (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB) * A capability statement detailing qualifications and ability to perform the described work * Estimated pricing (if pricing today)
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov, and SDVOSB/VOSB respondents must also be registered with the SBA.
Important Notes
This notice is for market research only and does not obligate the Government to award a contract or reimburse costs associated with responding. It does not restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach.