J046--Plumbing Flushing Services - LLVAHCS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Loma Linda VA Healthcare System, is conducting a Sources Sought market research to identify qualified contractors for Plumbing Flushing Services. This effort aims to remove stagnant water and sediment from plumbing fixtures in designated high-risk areas. The VA is mandated to consider a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Responses are due by March 30, 2026, at 15:00 MST.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, engineering, and services to flush plumbing fixtures. This includes sinks, toilets, showers, and dialysis ports located within high-risk areas throughout the Loma Linda VA Healthcare System facility. The primary objective is to eliminate stagnant water and sediment buildup within the plumbing system to maintain hygiene and operational standards. No Government-owned equipment will be utilized by the contractor.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) consideration. If SDVOSB responses are insufficient, an alternate set-aside or full and open competition may be pursued.
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a $19 Million size standard.
- Product Service Code (PSC): J046 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Water Purification And Sewage Treatment Equipment).
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, 15:00 MST.
- Published: March 18, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Loma Linda VA Healthcare System, 11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA 92357.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit written responses via email to Mirna.GastelumRomero@va.gov. Submissions should be marked "Attn: Mirna Gastelum Romero Contract Specialist" and include:
- Unique Entity ID (UEI)
- CAGE Code
- Tax ID Number
- Type of business (e.g., small, other)
- A comprehensive capability statement detailing the organization's qualifications and ability to perform the described work.
Eligibility & Notes
- All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Businesses (VOSB) responding to a future solicitation must be VetCert certified by the SBA.
- This is a market research announcement only; it is not a solicitation or a commitment by the Government to award a contract.
- The Government will not reimburse costs associated with responding to this notice.
- No sub-contracting opportunities are anticipated.