J041--NEW: Heat Exchanger Tube Bundle Replacement East Tower Garland
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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) is soliciting proposals for the replacement of a heat exchanger tube bundle and associated components at the Garland VA Medical Center, East Tower, in Garland, TX. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity. An amendment has been issued, incorporating Q&A, providing a revised Statement of Work (SOW), and extending the proposal due date. Proposals are now due March 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM CDT.
Scope of Work
This Firm-Fixed-Price contract requires the replacement of a heat exchanger tube bundle (furnished by the VA), welding and repair of the neck flange, and replacement of two butterfly valves, two triple duty valves, and one pump and motor assembly. The contractor will also perform laser alignment of one motor and pump, supply and replace one 4" suction guide, and manage lock out/tag out procedures for steam and water valves. All old parts must be cleaned up and disposed of, and all new materials must be free from defects and asbestos. The work is to be completed within 90 days of the work start.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Original Published Date: February 18, 2026 (Solicitation S02)
- Amendment 0001 Published: March 4, 2026
- Site Visit: February 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM (Garland VA Medical Center)
- Questions Due: February 26, 2026, by 3:00 PM CST
- Proposals Due: March 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM CDT (Extended by Amendment 0001)
Evaluation
Award will be made to the technically acceptable offeror providing the best overall value, considering Technical Capability, Price, and Past Performance. Offerors must be certified and listed in the SBA certification database as an SDVOSB at the time of both offer and award.
Additional Notes
Proposals must be submitted in two volumes: Volume I (Solicitation, Offer, Representations, Certifications) and Volume II (Technical Approach), along with a separate price proposal. Normal working hours are 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday. The Government Point of Contact (POC) for the COR is Mr. Colby Anderson. Invoices are to be submitted electronically via EFT. Contact Crystal Carabajal, Contract Specialist, at crystal.carabajal@va.gov or 210-915-4076 for inquiries.