J041--RFQ Amendment (Questions) 13 MAR 26 Repair Services - Chiller Plant Skid 1 & 2 Pump
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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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 Contract Office 16, is soliciting quotes for Repair Services - Chiller Plant Skid 1 & 2 Pump/Motor Replacement at the Alexandria VA Medical Center in Pineville, LA. This requirement is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation, 36C25626Q0449, has been amended to provide responses to questions and extend the due date. Quotes are now due March 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all necessary tools, shipping, personnel, and equipment for the demolition, removal of old equipment, and installation of new equipment to repair Chillers 1 and 2. This includes modifications to existing piping. The primary objective is to replace critical components of the chillers' water system to restore reliable performance and prevent service disruption.
Key Requirements
- Replacement of two (2) existing Taco Pumps and two (2) 125 HP electric motors.
- Removal and replacement of two (2) Taco Triple Duty Valves.
- Installation of new pump and motor assemblies with equivalent or greater performance, compliant with DOE and ASHRAE standards.
- Installation of new triple duty valves matching existing sizes (12" for chiller 1, 10" for chiller 2).
- Modifications to existing piping, including welding and reconnection.
- Laser leveling and alignment of new pumps and motor assemblies.
- Reconnection of electrical wiring, conduit, and controls. Electrical details (HP, Voltage, Amperage) are on pump nameplates. VFDs are required but not being replaced. No BAS connections needed.
- Replacement of all disturbed 2" thick wrapped fiberglass insulation.
- Hydrostatic pressure testing and operational verification.
- Painting and labeling of new components.
- Proper disposal of removed materials.
- Testing and commissioning, including alignment reports, hydrostatic testing, operational testing, and a final commissioning report.
- One-year warranty on equipment and workmanship.
- The contractor must be a licensed HVAC contractor with at least 3 years of experience servicing chillers and possess certified technicians.
- Post-installation, the contractor must verify the correct and functional installation of the pumps/motors and triple duty valves for both chillers.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: 120 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: March 13, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time.
- Submission Method: Electronic via email to Rhonda.gibson2@va.gov.
- Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Award will be made to the lowest-priced quote that meets all requirements, with acceptable technical capability and past performance (evaluated using CPARS/FAPIIS data).
- Eligibility: Offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: Rhonda Gibson
- Email: rhonda.gibson2@va.gov
- Phone: 7132911515