J044--Boiler Plant Burner Management Services
SOL #: 36C26126Q0756Sources Sought
Overview
Buyer
Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)
MATHER, CA, 95655, United States
Place of Performance
Place of performance not available
NAICS
Plumbing (238220)
PSC
Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Furnace, Steam Plant, And Drying Equipment; And Nuclear Reactors (J044)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
May 26, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jun 9, 2026, 5:00 PM
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), specifically the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), is seeking proposals for Burner Management System (BMS) Controls Maintenance Services. This Firm Fixed-Price contract covers semi-annual inspection, calibration, and repair of BMS controls for boilers across VAPAHCS divisions. Responses are due June 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide non-personal services including:
- Semi-annual inspection, calibration, and repair of BMS controls for boilers.
- Adjusting boilers for maximum efficiency on gas and oil fuels.
- Inspecting hardware, burner components, and safety devices.
- Resetting fuel/air ratios and ensuring emissions compliance with Bay Area Air Quality Standards.
- Performing annual Source Testing and providing reports.
- Conducting semi-annual BEI (Burner Efficiency Institute) inspections.
- Providing repair quotes and completing approved repairs.
- Reviewing burner operation and safety issues with VA boiler operators and advising on upgrades.
- Responding to emergency service requests within 24 hours.
- Submitting detailed service reports after each service.
Contractor Qualifications
- Technical training and 5+ years of experience with similar boilers.
- Possession of a C-4 Boiler/Hot-Water/Steam Fitting License and R-Stamp Certification.
- Technicians must hold relevant certificates.
- Contractor must provide a Contract Manager and alternate.
- Personnel require background checks and VAPAHCS-issued Identification Badges.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: December 3, 2026, to December 2, 2030 (Base Year + 3 Option Years)
- Place of Performance: VA Palo Alto Health Care System (Palo Alto, Livermore, and Menlo Park Divisions)
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors)
- Product Service Code: J044 (Maintenance, Repair, and Installation of Boilers)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 9, 2026, 10 AM Pacific Time
- Published: May 26, 2026
Additional Notes
- The government will not provide office space, facilities, tools, or equipment.
- Contractor is responsible for disposal of equipment and construction debris.
- OEM parts must be provided or installed.
- A Quality Control Program must be submitted within 10 days of Notice to Proceed.
- Electronic invoicing is required via VA’s Tungsten system.
People
Points of Contact
Cynthia DiezelContracting OfficerPRIMARY
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Posted: May 26, 2026