J045--Plumbing and Pipefitting inspection and repair services Blanket Purchase Agreement
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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 soliciting for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Plumbing and Pipefitting inspection and repair services. This BPA will establish contracts to issue individual Task Orders (TOs) for various VA Medical Centers (VAMCs) within VISN-Wide. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
Services include 24/7 response for pipefitting, water system, fire sprinkler system, steam system, medical and natural gas system piping issues. The contractor will perform general plumbing and pipefitting work, including inspections, installations, and repairs on various systems. Emergency response is required within 2 hours, and routine work within 5 days. The contractor must provide all labor, transportation, materials, tools, equipment, and necessary licenses/permits, adhering to infection control and security requirements. Cleanup and debris disposal are also the contractor's responsibility.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Priced Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- Duration: 5 years from the date of award
- Estimated Value: Individual BPA Orders may reach $100,000.00; authorized Ceiling Limit of the Agreement is $750,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors)
- Product/Service Code: J045 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Plumbing, Heating, And Waste Disposal Equipment)
- Response Date: May 7, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
- Questions Deadline: May 4, 2026
- Published Date: April 28, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must include routine and emergency hourly rates, minimum hours charged per service call, mobilization fees, and material cost mark-up percentage. Vendors must specify which VAMCs they can service and indicate self-performance or subcontracting percentages. Copies of licenses and ASME certification are required. Evaluation will be based on Technical or Quality, Past Performance, and Price, using a comparative evaluation process. A "Past Performance Worksheet" is provided for bidders to detail previous contract experience. A "Limitations on Subcontracting (LOS) certification" form must also be completed.
Additional Notes
Specific Wage Determinations (2015-4047, 2015-4119, 2015-4127, 2015-4053) are attached and crucial for understanding labor costs and compliance with the Service Contract Act in Massachusetts and Connecticut. All prospective offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award. Questions should be directed to Issa J Shawki at Issa.Shawki@va.gov.