J041--Chiller 7 & Pumps Replacement RFQ
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), Network Contracting Office 9, anticipates issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Chiller 7 and Pumps Replacement project at the Tennessee Valley Healthcare Systems (TVHS) Nashville VA Medical Center. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation is expected on or about March 12, 2026, with quotes due by March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the replacement of Chiller 7 and its associated pumps at the Nashville VA Medical Center. The project falls under NAICS Code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with an SBA Size Standard of $19.0 Million, and PSC J041 (Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment: Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation for a Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Open Market
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about March 12, 2026
- Period of Performance: May 4, 2026, through October 31, 2026
- Quotes Due: March 30, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time
- Anticipated Award Date: May 4, 2026
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside in accordance with VAAR 819.501-70(a)(3). Offers will only be considered from firms that are VA-verified and listed in the Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database at the time of offer submission and award. Firms must meet the definition of an SDVOSB as per VAAR 802.201 and comply with VAAR subpart 819.70 and SBA regulations (13 CFR part 121 and 125), including limitations on subcontracting.
Evaluation
Evaluation criteria are not detailed in this presolicitation notice.
Point of Contact
For questions, contact Kristie Collins, Contract Specialist, at Kristie.Collins@va.gov or 423-111-1111.