J056--Repair/Replace Bldg Expansion Joints Flrs 1,2 & 4 - NWI

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5771, Revision No. 28) for the state of Nebraska, specifically for the counties of Hall, Howard, and Merrick. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for federal contracts awarded in this area.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles, ranging from administrative support and clerical to health occupations, information technology, and maintenance.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Details required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates and paid sick leave provisions (EO 13706).
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 and 13658, outlining requirements for paid sick leave and minimum wage rates for federal contractors.
• Outlines the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (Conformance Process) if an occupation is not listed.

This document is critical for bidders responding to federal solicitations in the specified Nebraska counties. It dictates the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals, ensuring compliance with federal labor laws. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements for all service employees working on the contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for expansion joint replacement services at the Grand Island VA Medical Center. The work involves removing and installing new stainless steel expansion floor joints on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th floors of Building 1. The current expansion joints have deteriorated and pose a trip or fall hazard.

• Removal and installation of new stainless steel expansion floor joints.

• Materials must be of the same gauge and thickness as current joints and made of stainless steel, including fasteners.

• Work must be completed by a commercial flooring contractor.

• Contractor must supply all necessary materials and labor.

• Work is to be performed after normal business hours (17:00-24:00) or on weekends (08:00-16:30).

• Disposal of construction waste is the contractor's responsibility.

• A site visit is highly recommended.

• Contractor must provide their own fire extinguisher and fire watch personnel if "hot work" is required.

• Technical Representative will provide forms for safety procedures.

• Work may be allowed to continue for up to three consecutive weekends if necessary.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a fixed-price contract based on "firm fixed pricing" in offer instructions.

• Period of Performance: March 30, 2026, to May 31, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 238330 has a size standard of $9.5 Million.

• Proposal or quote submission instructions: Submit offers by the Due Date/Time specified in Block 8 of the SF 1449 to John Milroy, Contracting Officer, via email. Offers must be received no later than the date listed in Block 8.

• Evaluation criteria or factors: Price alone is the sole evaluation factor. Quotes will be evaluated based on lowest price, reasonableness of price, and offeror responsibility.

• Key deadlines or milestones:

  • Site Visit: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT.
  • Technical Questions Deadline: Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.
  • Offer Due Date/Time: March 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST (Block 8 of SF 1449).

• This procurement is a total Small Business Set-aside.

• Offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Failure to submit required information may result in rejection of the quote.

• Offerors are encouraged to submit multiple offers.

• Past performance references (up to five) from the last three years are required.

• Offerors must provide evidence of specialized experience in installing or replacing building expansion joints.

• Offerors agree to hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items to repair/replace stainless steel expansion floor joints on floors 1, 2, and 4 of Building 1 at the Department of Veterans Affairs Grand Island VA Medical Center. The government is requesting quotes for all resources and labor necessary for this project.

• Replacement of stainless steel expansion floor joints on floors 1, 2, and 4.

• Firm fixed price contract award anticipated.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: March 30, 2026 to May 31, 2026

• Solicitation Number: 36C26326Q0447

• Site Visit: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time.

• Technical Questions Deadline: Thursday, March 19, 2026, by 10:00 AM Central Time (in writing only).

• Quote Submission Deadline: Monday, March 23, 2026, by 12:00 PM Central Time.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be emailed to John.Milroy@VA.GOV in .pdf or .docx format.

• Evaluation: Quotes will only be accepted from responsible contractors. Specific evaluation criteria are detailed within the attached solicitation document (FAR provisions 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 apply).

• This procurement is a Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 238330 (with a size standard of $19 million).

• Vendors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov prior to offer submission.

• The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are effective through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06.

• FAR clause 52.212-4 applies.

• Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) does not apply.

• Contact John Milroy (john.milroy@va.gov, 605-336-3230 ext. 7719) for inquiries.

• Attached documents include the Solicitation and Wage Determination 2015-5771.