J042--CLC Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression System
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 6, on behalf of the Durham VA Medical Center, is conducting market research through this Sources Sought notice. The purpose is to identify qualified businesses capable of providing CLC Kitchen hood fire suppression system upgrades to meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 96. Responses are due by June 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The work involves furnishing all labor, personnel, supplies, equipment, tools, and materials necessary for the upgrade. Key tasks include:
- Removing the existing Ameres system and installing an ANSUL system in the CLC kitchen hood.
- Ensuring the duct and plenum are properly covered with nozzles and detection.
- Contractor responsibility for any necessary access panel cutting, all electrical work, and ensuring hood penetrations have a liquid-tight weld or grease-tight seal.
- All work must be performed after hours or on weekends.
- The contractor will provide drawings and a permit.
- If work cannot be accomplished on-site, the contractor must furnish replacement extinguishers that comply with NFPA 10 standards until units are returned to service.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified; market research focuses on identifying small business capabilities.
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published: June 9, 2026
- Place of Performance: Durham VA Medical Center, 508 Fulton St., Durham, NC 27705.
Submission Requirements
Interested businesses must submit capability statements in writing via email to Byron.Brown4@va.gov. The subject line must be "Kitchen Hood". Submissions should include:
- Company name and address.
- Business size (large or small).
- Identification of socioeconomic categories (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned/Veteran-Owned Small Business, other small, small, or large).
- A brief description of qualifications and any other pertinent information demonstrating the ability to meet the requirement.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future contract.