H312--AWARD NOTICE

Award Notice

• Award Number: 36C24526P0371

• Award Date: 05-05-2026

• Award Amount: $11,502.64

• Awardee Name: JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTION LP

• Contractor's UEI: K9HJHLAKXE96

• Awardee Address: 6600 CONGRESS AVE, BOCA RATON, FL 33487

• Solicitation Number: 36C24526Q0242

• Product Service Code (PSC): H312

• NAICS Code: 811310

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 5 Contracting Satellite office, 361 Boiler House Rd, Perry Point MD 21902

• Contracting Officer: Bill Pratt (billie.pratt@va.gov, 410-642-2411)

• Agency URL: https://www.va.gov

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation 36C24526Q0242 has the following key changes:

• Solicitation Status: The RFQ is now open to unrestricted / large businesses. Previously, it was likely set aside for small businesses (SDVOSB or small businesses), as no fair and reasonable quotes were received from those categories.
• RFQ Due Date Extension: The deadline for submitting offers has been extended to April 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET.

• The primary change is the removal of any previous set-aside restrictions, making the solicitation unrestricted.

• The due date for proposal submissions has been extended.

• All businesses, including large businesses, are now eligible to submit quotes. Vendors should send quotes to Billie.Pratt@va.gov.

• No other changes to the RFQ are noted.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) modifies Solicitation 36C24526Q0242.

• The primary change is to open the Request for Quotation (RFQ) as unrestricted.

• The solicitation's set-aside status has been changed.

• The RFQ is now open to all responsible sources, not limited by set-aside restrictions.

• The response date remains April 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time, New York, USA.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determination for the state of Maryland, specifically for the counties of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Baltimore City, Carroll, Harford, Howard, and Queen Anne's. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the SCA in these areas.

• Lists numerous occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders (EO) 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage adjustments.
• Outlines vacation and holiday entitlements.
• Details the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (conformance process) if an occupation is not listed.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing services under a contract in the specified Maryland counties. It ensures that potential contractors budget accurately for wages and benefits, comply with federal labor laws, and can properly classify and compensate their employees. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can lead to contract violations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for bi-annual inspections, maintenance, and repair services for Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression Systems at three Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) locations: Perry Point VAMC, Baltimore VAMC, and Loch Raven VAMC. The goal is to improve cost-effectiveness, reduce equipment downtime, and minimize impact on patients and caregivers by ensuring systems operate according to manufacturer specifications and NFPA standards.

• Bi-Annual Inspections: Two inspections per year for each location's kitchen hood fire suppression systems.

• Maintenance & Repair: Preventive maintenance and repair actions for identified deficiencies.

• Recharging: Recharging of fire suppression systems as needed, strictly following manufacturer specifications and NFPA standards.

• Reporting: Provide inspection reports to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

• Contractor Qualifications: Personnel must be properly trained, qualified, and certified according to NFPA standards (NFPA 96, NFPA 1, NFPA 1750), including manufacturer-specific training and AHJ acceptability.

• Quality Control: Implement a quality control plan.

• Safety: Comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local safety regulations.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Base Year plus 4 Option Years. The base year runs from 05-01-2026 to 04-30-2027. Option years extend to 04-30-2031.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance) has a size standard of $12.5 Million.

• Site Visit: Mandatory site visit on 04-14-2026 at 10:30 AM ET at Perry Point VAMC.

• Questions & Answers (RFIs): Due by 04-16-2026, 10:00 AM ET. Submit to david.cahill@va.gov.

• Quotes Due: 04-21-2026, 11:30 AM ET. Submit to billie.pratt@va.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Comparative evaluation of Technical Qualifications, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance combined are equal to Price.

• Set Aside: This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must read the Statement of Work (SOW) and Section E.2 (Supplemental Instructions to Quoters).

• Electronic submission of payment requests is required.

• Invoices are to be submitted monthly, 30 days in arrears.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Service Contract Act Wage Determination for the 2015-4215 revision, applicable to contracts in Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey. It lists various occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for federal service contracts.

• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles, their corresponding codes, and the minimum hourly wage rate.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific details on health and welfare benefits are provided, including rates for regular contracts and those covered by Executive Order 13706.
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) to covered contracts, outlining specific requirements and wage rates.
• Vacation and Holidays: Details the paid vacation accrual based on years of service and lists the minimum twelve paid holidays per year.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates if a required job classification is not listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a federal contract in the specified geographic areas. It directly impacts the pricing of proposals by establishing mandatory wage and benefit rates for various job classifications. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements to be compliant.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression Systems Inspection Services for Perry Point VAMC, Baltimore VAMC, and Loch Raven VAMC.

The core service required is the inspection of kitchen hood fire suppression systems.

• Solicitation Number: 36C24526Q0242

• Contracting Office ZIP Code: 21902

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Perry Point VA Medical Center, 361 Boiler House Rd, Perry Point MD 21902, USA

• Response Date/Time/Zone: April 21, 2026, 11:30 AM Eastern Time, New York, USA

• Point of Contact: Bill Pratt, Contracting Officer (Billie.Pratt@va.gov, 410-642-2411)

• Set-Aside: SBA (Small Business Administration)

• Product Service Code: H312

• NAICS Code: 811310

• Referenced attachments include:

  • SAM-Service Contract Act Wage Determination - 2015-4215 Cecil County - Perry Point MD
  • SAM-Service Contract Act Wage Determination - 2015-4265 Baltimore
  • The main solicitation document (36C24526Q0242)