H344--Boiler Inspection/Safety Device Testing
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) Network Contracting Office (NCO 21) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified contractors for annual internal and external inspection and safety device testing of three Nebraska high pressure water tube boilers for the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care Service (VASNHCS). Responses are due by March 3, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. PST.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves conducting annual internal and external boiler inspections and semi-annual safety device testing. Contractors must provide a valid National Board Commissioned Inspector identification card/certificate and perform services in accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), National Board, and Veteran's Affairs requirements. The potential future contract is anticipated to include a base year and four option years.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million)
- Set-Aside: Not formally set, but market research is being conducted to determine potential small business participation, including SDVOSB and VOSB capabilities.
- Response Due: March 3, 2026, 10:00 A.M. PST
- Published: February 24, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors must submit responses via email to Cynthia.diezel@va.gov by the deadline. Responses must include:
- Company's Socioeconomic Status (e.g., small business, SDVOSB, VOSB, large business), including SBA registration status for SDVOSB/VOSB.
- Company's legal name and Unique Entity ID (SAM) number.
- Primary point of contact, including phone and email.
- A Capabilities Statement.
- Description of experience in providing the specified boiler inspection and testing services.
- List of similar Government and Commercial projects.
- Details on subcontracting plans, addressing FAR 52.219-14 and 52.219-27 (Limitations on Subcontracting).
- GSA Contract Number, if applicable.
- A completed price estimate for the base year and five option years.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought announcement for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government to award a contract. Failure to provide all requested information will result in a non-responsive submission. Contractors must have an active registration in SAM.gov.