J035--Elevator Upgrade NRM Construction Project 556-24-115 James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, North Chicago, IL 60064
Overview
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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), Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC), has issued a presolicitation notice for a design-bid-build NRM construction project (#556-24-115) to upgrade elevators at the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago, IL. This requirement is a Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, materials, and equipment to modernize vertical transportation systems across several campus buildings, including:
- Building 131: Elevators P4, P5, and S6.
- Building 66: Elevator P21.
- Building 7: Elevator P22.
- Building 4: Elevator P23.
- Building 195: Elevators P25 and P26.
- Building 133/133CA: Cart lifts in the OR/Sterile Processing areas. All work must adhere to VA-provided design specifications and documents.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000
- Duration: Approximately 548 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP)
- Set-Aside: SDVOSB (FAR 19.14)
- NAICS Code: 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors)
Evaluation
The VA intends to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) in accordance with FAR Part 15. The contract will be awarded using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation process.
Additional Notes
The solicitation is anticipated for release in late February or early March 2026. Interested SDVOSB firms should monitor SAM.gov for the formal RFP. All inquiries must be directed to the Contract Specialist, Sheila Vickers, at sheila.vickers@va.gov.