J041--OR Booster Chiller Installation -W/WD, BOnly POP 4/16/2026 - 10/31/2026
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Network Contracting Office 22 (NCO 22), has issued a Solicitation for the OR Air-Cooled Chiller Replacement Installation at the Carl T. Hyden VA Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The project involves replacing an existing chiller with a Government-furnished York Air-Cooled Chiller. Offers are due by March 31, 2026, at 16:00 MST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the comprehensive installation of a Government-furnished York Air-Cooled Chiller (Model YLAA0125HJ46XFB, R454B refrigerant). Key tasks include:
- Delivery and craning of the chiller to the 7th-floor mechanical area.
- Disconnecting and safe disposal of the existing equipment.
- Installation of new isolation valves, fittings, and piping with insulation.
- Installation of a new 400amp disconnect with fuses.
- Completion of electrical conductor and mechanical piping connections.
- Manufacturer-required startup, system commissioning, and testing.
- Provision of complete turnover documentation.
- Guarantee of workmanship and furnished parts for at least 30 days.
- Compliance with all applicable VA, federal, and manufacturer requirements.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 6 months from contract award, with an 8-day installation window.
- Place of Performance: Carl T. Hyden VA Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: March 31, 2026, at 16:00 MST.
- Submission Method: Via email to Jessica Brooks (jessica.brooks3@va.gov) in PDF format.
- Questions Due: March 27, 2026, at 14:00 MST, via email.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach, Experience, Price, Past Performance, and Required Documents.
- Award Basis: Best-value tradeoff, considering both price and non-price factors.
- Required Forms: Offerors must submit VA Form 10091 and W-9 to the VA Financial Service Center.
Eligibility & Notes
- Offerors must obtain all necessary licenses and certifications for mechanical, electrical, crane/rigging, and HVAC installation in Arizona.
- The solicitation incorporates various FAR clauses by reference.
- Vendorization forms (VA Form 10091, W9, FMS Vendor File Update Request Form) are critical for payment and registration.