J045--Backflow Preventer Testing Service Tomah, WI
Overview
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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 issuing this Sources Sought notice to conduct market research for annual testing and re-certification of backflow preventers at the Tomah VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Wisconsin. This is a request for capability statements to determine if a small business set-aside is appropriate for the upcoming procurement. Responses are due by February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, and supervision to perform the following:
- Annual Testing: Test and re-certify 31 existing backflow preventers/cross-connection control devices across the Tomah VAMC campus.
- Scalability: The contract may be modified to include newly installed devices, up to a total of 45 units.
- Repair Services: Provide up to 30 hours of repair labor per year (Base and four Option Years). Note that the VA will provide all necessary repair parts.
- Compliance: All work must adhere to Federal regulations, VHA requirements, and Wisconsin Administrative Code SPS 382.41.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Market research stage)
- Response Due: February 13, 2026, 3:00 PM CST
- Published: February 2, 2026
Evaluation
The VA will evaluate capability statements to assess market capacity. Submissions must include organization details, tailored capability statements, and documentation of staff qualifications. Specifically, personnel must hold a registration from the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (SPS) as a registered Cross Connection Control Assembly Tester.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation for proposals. Interested parties should email their capability statements to Laura Broacha at Laura.Broacha@va.gov. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.