H266--Boiler Plant Gas Detection Testing

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Gas Detection Systems testing services for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) at the North Little Rock Veterans Hospital. The primary objective is to test the proper operation and alarm functionality of the existing gas detection system, as its last testing or calibration date is unknown. This is an unrestricted acquisition set aside for Small Business.

• Inspect and test the GASGARD XL CO Control Panel, (6) Killark CO Sensors, (1) GasPoint II Gas Transmitter, and (1) Honeywell Sensepoint XCD Sensor.

• Tasks include inspecting physical condition, testing alarms, validating communication, checking calibration, applying test gas, and documenting all readings and responses.

• Deliverables include completed test sheets, calibration certificates (if performed), a list of deficiencies or recommendations, and confirmation of system readiness.

• Work is to be performed Monday-Friday, 8 am - 4 pm, excluding holidays.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Base POP Begin: 06-29-2026, POP End: 06-28-2027

• Estimated Value: $47 Million (This appears to be an overall estimate for the acquisition, not necessarily for this specific solicitation).

• NAICS Code: 213112 - Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations

• All questions are due via email by 12:00 PM CT on Monday, June 22, 2026.

• Quotes are due via email to angela.kennedy2@va.gov by 12:00 PM CT on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

• Evaluation will be based on a comparative analysis to determine the best value, considering technical capability and past performance, along with competitive price.

• This acquisition is unrestricted but has a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) as indicated by the "X" next to SDVOSB in Block 10.

• The solicitation incorporates VAAR 852.219-75, which outlines limitations on subcontracting for Services, requiring that no more than 50% of the contract amount be paid to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs or VOSBs.

• Offerors must submit a signed SF1449, complete Section B.1, and provide requested attachments (Attachments 1, 2, & 3). Attachment 4 (Past Performance Questionnaire) must be sent to references for completion and return directly to the Contracting Officer.

• Wage Determination for Pulaski County, AK applies. Offerors must note labor classifications used in their pricing.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) intended for use by evaluators to assess a contractor's past performance on previous contracts. Bidders should be aware that this questionnaire will likely be used by the government to gather feedback on their performance.

• Contractor Information: Fields to identify the contractor being evaluated.
• Contract Information: Requires details such as contract number, type, award date, period of performance, total dollar amount, and a brief scope of services.
• Performance Ratings: A standardized rating scale (Outstanding, Excellent, Satisfactory, Neutral, Marginal, Unsatisfactory) for evaluating various aspects of performance.
• Evaluation Categories:
  • Quality of Service
  • Timeliness of Performance
  • Business Relations
  • Management of Key Personnel
• Remarks: Space for detailed comments on overall performance.
• Respondent Information: Fields for the evaluator's name, title, signature, and contact information.

This questionnaire is crucial for bidders as it outlines the criteria the government will use to evaluate their past performance. Understanding these criteria can help bidders prepare their own past performance references and ensure their performance on current and future contracts aligns with these expectations. The submission deadline for completed questionnaires is July 7, 2020, with submission via fax or email to the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for bidders to provide a list of past performance references as required by the solicitation. It outlines the specific information needed for each reference.

For each of the three provided reference slots, bidders must complete the following fields:

• Contracting Activity Name
• Location
• Contract Number
• Point Of Contact
• Telephone Number
• Dollar Amount
• Brief Description of Services Provided

Bidders must accurately complete this form with details of relevant past performance contracts. This information is crucial for the government's evaluation of the bidder's experience and capability to perform the work described in the solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contractor Certification form that potential bidders must complete and submit. It requires the contractor to certify compliance with U.S. immigration and nationality laws, specifically concerning the employment of foreign nationals working under contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

• Legal Compliance: Certification of adherence to the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952, as amended, and related laws enforced by Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the U.S. Department of Labor.
• Prohibition of Illegal Employment: Contractor certifies they will not knowingly employ illegal aliens or foreign nationals in violation of their U.S. admission status.
• Consequences of Non-Compliance: The VA may prohibit non-compliant foreign nationals from working on VA contracts and may terminate the contract for breach.
• Subcontractor Requirement: The Contractor agrees to obtain similar certifications from their subcontractors.
• Signature Block: Fields for signature, date, typed name and title, and company name.
• False Certification Warning: A statement warning that false certifications may lead to prosecution under 18 U.S.C. 1001.

Bidders must understand and be prepared to complete this certification accurately. Failure to comply with the requirements outlined in this document could lead to disqualification or contract termination. This form is critical for ensuring legal compliance when engaging foreign national employees for VA contracts.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5117, Revision 30) for the Service Contract Act (SCA). It lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in the Arkansas counties of Faulkner, Lonoke, Perry, Pulaski, and Saline. The document includes specific wage and benefit information for administrative, automotive, food service, health, IT, maintenance, protective service, and other occupational categories.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder on a federal contract subject to the Service Contract Act within the specified geographic area. It establishes the minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits (health & welfare, vacation, holidays) that must be paid to employees performing work on the contract. Bidders must ensure their proposed pricing accounts for these mandated labor costs to remain compliant and competitive. The document also outlines procedures for conforming additional classifications and wage rates if needed, as well as notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage) which may apply.

• Geographic Area: Faulkner, Lonoke, Perry, Pulaski, and Saline Counties, Arkansas.
• Minimum Wage Rates: Listed per occupation code.
• Fringe Benefits: Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706 rate), Vacation (2-4 weeks based on service), and 11 paid holidays.
• Executive Order 13658: Minimum wage of $13.65/hour (or higher SCA rate) applies for contracts awarded between Jan 1, 2015 - Jan 29, 2022, and not renewed/extended after Jan 30, 2022.
• Conformance Process: Outlines how to request wage rates for unlisted occupations.