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 (USACE), New England District is hosting an Industry Day for the Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) project: Construction of Chilled Water Replacement and Site Utility Improvements (Phase A2) at the VA West Haven campus in West Haven, CT. This major construction project, with an estimated cost between $40,000,000 and $115,000,000, is targeted for award in Summer 2027. The Industry Day is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
The project involves two main components:
- Chilled Water Plant Replacement: Demolition of existing Building 16a and construction of a new multi-story chilled water plant, including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and associated mechanical/electrical equipment.
- Site Utility Upgrades: Replacement and upgrade of existing fire protection and domestic water mains from Campbell Avenue to Building 15. This also includes providing utility main loops for chilled water supply/return, steam supply, condensate return, domestic water supply, and fire protection water supply, originating from the new chilled water plant and back-feeding to Building 1.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Industry Day)
- NAICS: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction)
- Product/Service Code: Y1QA (Construction Of Restoration Of Real Property (Public Or Private))
- Estimated Cost: $40,000,000 - $115,000,000
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Industry Day: April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET
- One-on-One Interviews: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET (15-minute slots)
- RSVP Deadline: April 22, 2026, by 1:00 PM ET
- Target Award: Summer 2027
- Published: April 15, 2026
Location & Logistics
The Industry Day will be held at the VAMC West Haven, 950 Campbell Ave., West Haven, CT, in the Donaldson Rooms in Building 2. Attendance is limited to two attendees per firm, and only the first fifteen requests for one-on-one interviews will be granted. Attendees should park in parking lots P10, P11, or P12 (refer to the attached site plan) and avoid the new parking garage.
Additional Notes
A Site Plan (VA_WH_Site_Plan.pdf) is available, providing a visual layout of the Connecticut Healthcare West Haven Campus, including buildings, parking areas, and roads. This document is crucial for understanding the physical layout and logistical considerations for potential bidders. For day-of questions, contact Contract Specialist Tyler Maryak at 978-318-8049.