INDUSTRY DAY for Project: Construction of Chilled Water Replacement and Site Utility Improvements (Phase A2) at the Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) campus in West Haven, CT
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District (CENAE) is hosting an Industry Day on April 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM for construction contractors interested in the Chilled Water Replacement and Site Utility Improvements (Phase A2) project at the Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) campus in West Haven, CT. This major construction project, with an estimated cost between $40,000,000 and $115,000,000, is planned for award in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027.
Event Details
The Industry Day will take place onsite at VACHS West Haven, 950 Campbell Avenue, Building #2, Donaldson Rooms A&B. This event is a "Save-the-Date" notice; a future announcement will provide instructions for reserving a spot. No action is required at this time.
Project Scope
This project, Phase A2 of a multi-phase VA Major Construction effort (SCIP Project Number VHA1-689-2018-33888), involves the demolition and replacement of the existing chilled water plant and construction of site utility upgrades. The new chilled water plant will be multi-story, including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and associated mechanical/electrical equipment, sized to support both the existing campus and a new Surgical/Clinical Tower. The scope also includes constructing a new fuel tank farm, replacing and upgrading fire protection and domestic water mains, providing utility main loops (chilled water, steam, condensate, domestic, fire protection), installing redundant electrical feeders, and constructing new water storage tanks.
Contract & Timeline
- NAICS Code: 236220
- Estimated Cost: $40,000,000 - $115,000,000
- Set-Aside: None specified (Special Notice)
- Procurement Type: Expected to be a Design-Bid-Build Best Value Trade-Off (BVTO) Request for Proposal.
- Solicitation Release: Planned for on or about August 2026.
- Construction Award: Programmed for Fiscal Year 2027.
- Industry Day: April 29, 2026, 9:00 AM
- Published: March 26, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes regarding the upcoming Industry Day. The solicitation is not available at this time.