J046--Plumbing Flushing Services - LLVAHCS
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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 proposals for Plumbing Flushing Services at the Loma Linda VA Healthcare System (LLVAHCS). This opportunity, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), aims to remove stagnant water and sediment from plumbing fixtures. Proposals are due May 07, 2026, at 15:00 MST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, engineering, and services for flushing plumbing fixtures, including sinks, toilets, showers, and dialysis ports, in designated high-risk areas. Key requirements include:
- Minimum twice-weekly flushing of all fixtures.
- Dedication of four employees for flushing duties and one additional employee to identify low-flow outlets.
- Compliance with VA security management programs and obtaining VA police permission.
- Implementation of a staff rotation system.
- Collaboration with the Occupational Safety and FMS Department for safety protocols.
- Completion of flushing logs provided by the facility.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Period: Base year from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027.
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a $19 Million size standard.
- Product Service Code: J046 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Water Purification And Sewage Treatment Equipment).
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs Loma Linda VA Healthcare System, Loma Linda, CA.
Eligibility & Evaluation
This is an SDVOSB Set-Aside. Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs and listed in the SBA certification database. Evaluation will be based on the lowest-priced offer that is reasonable and does not exceed available funding. Required qualifications include:
- At least two years of specialized experience in plumbing flushing services.
- OSHA – 30 Hour Construction certification for personnel.
- An active Business License.
- Registration in the VA's financial system (10091 webform) and completion of the VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance.
Submission Information
- Proposal Due Date: May 07, 2026, at 15:00 MST.
- Submission Method: Electronically to Mirna.GastelumRomero@va.gov. Zip files and fax submissions are not accepted.
- Questions: Must be submitted in writing via email no later than three calendar days prior to the closing date.
- Contact: Mirna Gastelum Romero, Contract Specialist, Mirna.GastelumRomero@va.gov.
Attachments
An amendment has provided multiple floor plans and wayfinding guides for the Main Facility (2nd, 3rd, 4th floors), Building 1 (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th floors), and Building 31. Bidders should review these documents for logistical planning and understanding the physical environment.