H391--Annual Fuel Oil Tank Tightness Testing
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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), specifically the Network Contracting Office 7, is soliciting proposals for Annual Fuel Oil Tank Tightness Testing at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, SC. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price contract with an estimated value of $19 Million, designated as a TOTAL SET-ASIDE for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). Proposals are due by February 17, 2026, at 09:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all supervision, materials, tools, labor, and services for annual tightness testing of two (2) Above Ground Storage Tanks (ASTs) (6000 gallons each) and two (2) Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) (8000 gallons and 10,000 gallons). Key requirements include:
- Performing Veeder Root Operability Checks and necessary repairs.
- Conducting SPCC/Tank Inspections.
- Conditioning fuel oil in ASTs and USTs, including sampling and documentation within 30 days.
- Utilizing Low/No Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) materials.
- Minimizing impact and disruption to medical center operations.
- Adhering to VA premises rules, regulations, and security procedures.
- Ensuring contractor personnel are badged by the RHJ VAMC and complete mandatory annual training (VA Privacy and Information Security Awareness, HIPAA Training).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Performance Period: A base year (April 7, 2026 – April 6, 2027) plus four (4) one-year option periods.
- Estimated Value: Approximately $19 Million.
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- Solicitation Number: 36C24726Q0250.
- Offer Due Date: February 17, 2026, 09:00 AM EST.
- Questions Due: February 4, 2026, 09:00 AM EST (This deadline has passed).
- Published Date: February 5, 2026.
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, considering three factors:
- Technical Capability: Demonstrating proficiency in Veeder-Root systems, fuel oil sampling, and independent testing protocols.
- Past Performance: Up to three relevant references within the last five years.
- Price: Fairness, reasonableness, and completeness. Offerors must submit a signed SF-1449, a completed price schedule, documentation for technical factors, and past performance information.
Eligibility & Notes
This is a TOTAL SET-ASIDE for SDVOSBs, requiring offerors to be certified and listed in the SBA certification database. Relevant FAR clauses (52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-5) and VAAR clauses (852.219-73, 852.219-75) apply. Invoices must be submitted electronically via VA's system.