Fire System Maintenance - Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
Overview
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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 the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin, GA, is soliciting quotes for Fire System Maintenance and Repair Services. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price agreement for a base year and four option years. Quotes are due by May 22, 2026, at 9:00 am EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks comprehensive annual services for the inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and 24/7 emergency support of the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center's fire suppression systems. The scope includes:
- Wet and dry suppression systems.
- Kitchen hood suppression systems.
- Fire extinguishers.
- Emergency lighting and exit signs.
- Fire shutters and curtains.
- The FM200 system in the Data Center.
Notably, this contract separates fire alarm system maintenance, focusing solely on fire suppression and related safety components. The incoming contractor will be responsible for resolving any "Red Tag" or "Yellow Tag" deficiencies.
Key Requirements
- Inspections: Annual and monthly inspections of various fire suppression systems, including exit sign batteries.
- Emergency Response: 24/7 on-call emergency support with a 3-hour on-site arrival requirement for system failures.
- Certifications: All technicians must hold manufacturer certifications; NICET Level I is insufficient without supervision from a Level II or III technician. Equivalent QFDI certifications are not accepted.
- Compliance: Adherence to NFPA 25, NFPA 80, NFPA 101, NFPA 13, and OSHA requirements.
- Contingency Fund: Bidders must include a $50,000.00 line item for a repair contingency fund (CLIN 0005).
- Patient Care: Audible alarm testing in outpatient areas should be avoided using panel disables.
- Experience: Preferred experience in medical centers.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS: 561210 (Facilities Support Services) with a $47.0 Million size standard.
- Period of Performance: August 12, 2026 – August 11, 2031 (Base Year + 4 Option Years).
- Place of Performance: Carl Vinson VA Medical Center, 1826 Veteran Boulevard, Dublin, GA 31021.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 22, 2026, by 9:00 am EST.
- Questions Due: May 18, 2026, by 9:00 am EST.
- Submission Email: Michael.barton@va.gov
- Site Visit: Interested parties should contact Michael.barton@va.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price.
- Note: Offers must include a signed subcontracting certificate.