J046--SPS RO System Replacement, bld 143

Quick Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the 246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246), has issued a Presolicitation for the SPS RO System Replacement in Building 143 at the Salem VAMC, VA. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the repair and replacement of Reverse Osmosis (RO) water system components. Quotes are due by May 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.

Scope of Work

This solicitation requires the repair of the RO water system in the sub-basement of Building 143 at the Salem VA Medical Center. Key requirements include:

• Replacement of 3 membrane housings and 6 membranes on RO systems 1 and 2.
• Repair of a leak on RO system 2.
• Replacement and supply of a system recirculation pump.
• Re-piping of Sch 80 PVC from the recirculation pump to UV filters (1-1/2") and current supply/return 3" Sch 80 PVC with 2" Sch 80 PVC.
• Re-bedding of the carbon tank on RO system 2.
• Work must minimize disruption to VA Medical Center activities and comply with national, state, and local codes.
• Specific materials are required, including Fiberglass membrane housing 4" x 40", RO membrane TW30XLE-4040, Low pressure membranes 2600 gpd, Circulation Pump (115v/230v/1phase, 1-1/2 HP, 1-1/4” flanges), and Schedule 80 CPVC piping.

Contract & Timeline

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
• Period of Performance: 120 days from the date of award. Base Period: June 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026.
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
• Published Date: May 5, 2026.
• Technical Questions Deadline: May 11, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
• Quote Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.

Evaluation

Award will be made to the offeror providing the best value based on an evaluation of:

• Technical/Management Approach (page limit: 25 pages, excluding specific sections).
• Past Performance.
• Price. Quotes must be assembled into specific sections: Quote Form, Pricing, Representations and Certifications, Technical/Management Approach, and Past Performance.

Additional Notes

• A site visit is recommended but not required, scheduled for May 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM. RSVP is required by May 7, 2026.
• Offerors MUST be a verified Small Business (SB) vendor at the time of quote submittal and registered/current in SAM.gov at the time of award.
• The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) details how the government will evaluate contractor performance against objectives, standards, and Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs), including potential incentives/disincentives.
• A Wage Determination (No. 2015-4315, Revision No. 31) is provided, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service employees, which bidders must incorporate into their cost proposals.
• Invoices shall be submitted electronically upon completion of service.
• Contact: Kristine Woodbury, Contract Specialist, at kristine.woodbury@va.gov or 757-728-3449.