J059--AWARD NOTICE

Award Notice

This document serves as an award notice for Solicitation Number 36C24526Q0229. The contract was awarded on February 19, 2026, with an award amount of $30,000.00.

• Award Number: 36C24526P0221

• Awardee Name: INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCY, INC.

• Contractor's UEI: C97FCHDUQLT8

• Award Amount: $30,000.00

• Award Date: 02-19-2026

• Awardee Address: 941 MERCANTILE DR STE A&B, HANOVER, MD 21076

• Product Service Code (PSC): J059

• NAICS Code: 238210

• Set-Aside: SBA

• Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 5 Contracting Satellite office, 361 Boiler House Rd BLDG 101, Perry Point MD 21902

• Contact: Bill Pratt (Contracting Officer)

• Email: Billie.Pratt@va.gov

• Phone: 410-642-2411

• Agency URL: https://www.va.gov

• Agency Contact Email: nco5@va.gov

Award Notice

• Award Number: 36C24526P0221

• Award Amount: $30,000.00

• Award Date: 02-19-2026

• Awardee Name: INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCY, INC.

• Awardee Address: 941 MERCANTILE DR STE A&B, HANOVER, MD 21076

• Solicitation Number: 36C24526Q0229

• Contracting Office ZIP Code: 21902

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 5 Contracting Satellite office, 361 Boiler House Rd BLDG 101, Perry Point MD 21902

• Set-Aside: SBA

• Product/Service Code: J059

• NAICS Code: 238210

• Name: Bill Pratt

• Title: Contracting Officer

• Email: Billie.Pratt@va.gov

• Phone: 410-642-2411

• Agency URL: https://www.va.gov

• Agency Contact Email: billie.pratt@va.gov

Amendment / Modification

• The due date for quotes has been extended. The new deadline is February 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

• The outage window for work is limited to 2 to 3 days maximum, to be completed during off-peak hours on Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday. The Baltimore VA Medical Center will determine the specific timing.

• Critical and life safety circuits will be supported by generators during any required outages.

• Solicitation Number: 36C24526Q0229

• Original Solicitation/RFQ Number: 0002

• The deadline for submitting quotes has been extended to February 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

• All quotes should be sent to Bill Pratt at billie.pratt@va.gov.

• No other changes to the RFQ are made by this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This is Amendment 0002 to the solicitation for the Baltimore VA Medical Center. It provides post-RFI information.

No specific sections of the original solicitation are mentioned as being changed or replaced in this amendment. The amendment references an attached document for further details.

This amendment does not explicitly state any changes to proposal deadlines, requirements, or evaluation factors. Bidders should refer to the attached document for specific information related to post-RFI updates.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 36C24526Q0229 is to upload the following documents:

• BT Electrical Panel Study Final Report of Findings

• DRAWINGS A712

• The "BT Electrical Panel Study Final Report of Findings" and "DRAWINGS A712" are now part of the solicitation package.

• The deadline for quotes has been extended to February 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

• All quotes should be sent to Bill Pratt at billie.pratt@va.gov.

• No other RFQ changes have been made.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document details the "Customer Owned Substation" equipment for the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. It serves as a material list and technical specification for the components within substation drawing ID number 712.

• Station Type: Indoor Metal-Clad Switchgear.
• Customer: United States Government, Veterans Administration, V.A. Medical Center, Baltimore, MD.
• Grid Information: Grid #3 01 01 40 (926 & 933).
• Equipment List (Items 1-20): Includes specific details on circuit breakers (vacuum, GE "VB1-13.8-500-2"), current transformers (various ratios for overcurrent, differential, and ground sensing), potential transformers (GE "JVM-5"), fuses (GE "EJ-1"), surge arresters, cable terminations, grounding points, surge suppressors, and the main indoor GE POWER/VAC Metal-Clad Switchgear (13.8 kV, 1200 A, 500 MVA).
• Automatic Transfer System: Details the system's function to transfer a stand-by feeder to either bus after loss of the associated normal feeder.
• Interlocking Features: Describes electrical interlocking between stand-by and normal feeder breakers to prevent paralleling.
• Key Permissive Switch: Notes the availability of a switch for BG&E personnel for paralleling.

This document provides critical technical specifications for the electrical equipment comprising the substation. Bidders involved in opportunities related to this substation should use this information to understand the existing infrastructure, required components, and operational logic. It is essential for assessing scope, compatibility, and potential integration requirements for any related work.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Final Report of Findings" for a "BT Electrical Panel Study" conducted for the Baltimore VA Medical Center. It details the findings of a site visit and data collection process that occurred between October 2023 and December 2023, with the report dated January 21, 2025. The study involved a comprehensive review of the facility's electrical panels across four quadrants (A, B, C, D) and multiple levels.

• Facility Description: The Baltimore VA hospital is a large facility with multiple levels and four distinct quadrants.

• Site Visit Narrative: The study involved on-site data collection over several weeks, utilizing site plans and single-line diagrams provided by the VA.

• Summary of Issues:

  • Difficulty opening electrical service bay doors, potentially impeding emergency response.
  • Emergency panel labeling requires a red label for quick identification.
  • Fire pump undersized circuit breaker (NEC violation), to be addressed by a separate switchgear replacement project.
  • Common issues include panel covers that are too small for enclosures and missing equipment labels.
  • A total of 97 issues were identified, detailed in Appendix A.

• Criteria/Codes: The study referenced various building codes and design manuals, including the International Building Code, International Existing Building Code, and multiple VA TIL design manuals for HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Architectural, and Fire Protection.

• Appendix A: Findings (comprehensive list of identified issues and deficiencies)

• Appendix B: Final Single Line Drawings

• Appendix C: Final Panel Schedules

• Appendix D: Final Photo Log

This report provides a detailed assessment of the current state of the electrical panel system at the Baltimore VA Medical Center, highlighting numerous deficiencies and areas for improvement. This information is crucial for any vendor considering opportunities related to electrical system upgrades, maintenance, or replacements at this facility.

Amendment / Modification

This is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 36C24526Q0229.

• The following documents are attached:
  • 90481 - 512-23-109 - Baltimore Panel Study - Final Report - 20250121
  • A712 SUBSTATION
  • 36C24526Q0229 0001

This amendment provides additional documents for review. No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated in this amendment text.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for NETA Maintenance Testing and Inspection Services on GE PowerVac 15KV Switchgear Lineup at the VA Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, supervision, materials, test instruments, and equipment necessary to perform the work.

• Perform NETA Maintenance Testing and inspection services on GE PowerVac 15KV Switchgear Lineup.

• Testing must be performed de-energized and coordinated with the VA.

• Adhere to the latest edition of ANSI/NETA Maintenance Testing Specifications (MTS), applicable ANSI, IEEE, NFPA standards, and manufacturer's recommendations.

• Specific testing includes Switchgear and Bus Testing, Circuit Breaker Testing, Protective Relay Testing, PT/CT and Metering Testing, and Additional Functional Testing.

• Deliverables include Field Test Data Sheets, Calibration Reports, Summary Report, Deficiency List, and a Final Comprehensive Test Report.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Base contract period is from 02-04-2026 to 02-03-2027.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors) with a size standard of $19 Million is provided.

• Site Visit: Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET.

• Request for Information (RFI) Due Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.

• Quotes Due Date: Monday, February 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.

• Submission Method: Email quotes to billie.pratt@va.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Qualifications, Past Performance, and Price. Technical Qualifications and Past Performance are equal to Price.

• This acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 238210.

• Size Standard: $19 Million.

• Offerors must review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Section E.2 Supplemental Instructions to Quoters.

• All personnel must be OSHA 10 Certified.

• Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) is the required payment method.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work in specific geographic areas. This document is crucial for contractors to understand their labor cost obligations.

• Geographic Area: Maryland Counties of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Baltimore City, Carroll, Harford, Howard, Queen Anne's.
• Occupational Listings: Includes a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupation codes, and their minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates and paid vacation and holiday policies.
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage rate adjustments).
• Special Provisions: Details specific conditions for certain occupations, such as Computer Employees and Air Traffic Controllers/Weather Observers (night pay & Sunday pay, hazardous pay differentials).
• Uniform Allowance: Outlines requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms.
• Conformance Process: Describes the procedure for classifying service employees not listed in the wage determination.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these minimum wage and benefit requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. It helps bidders determine if they can competitively meet the labor cost requirements for the opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for NETA Maintenance and Testing Services for GE PowerVac 15KV Switchgear at the Baltimore VA Medical Center.

• NETA Maintenance and Testing Services for GE PowerVac 15KV Switchgear.

• The solicitation references attached documents: WAGE DETERMINATION_Service Contract Act WD, VHA Directive1028 Facility Electrical Power Systems, and the main solicitation document (36C24526Q0229).

• Not specified in the provided text.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 02-02-2026 10:00 EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA.

• The contracting office is VISN 5 Contracting Satellite office, located at 361 Boiler House RD, 21902.

• Set-Aside: SBA (Small Business Administration).

• NAICS Code: 238210.

• Product Service Code: J059.

• Contracting Office's Zip Code: 21902.

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Baltimore VA Medical Center, 10 North Greene Street, Baltimore MD, 21201, USA.

• Point of Contact: Bill Pratt, Contracting Officer, billie.pratt@va.gov, 410-642-2411.

Other / Unclassified

This document is VHA Directive 1028, "Facility Electrical Power Systems," dated February 24, 2020. It establishes policy for the installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of Facility Electrical Power Systems at VA medical facilities and affiliate sites. It rescinds VHA Directive 1028 from July 25, 2014.

This directive outlines the comprehensive policies, responsibilities, and standards for maintaining safe and reliable electrical power systems within VA medical facilities. It references numerous national codes and standards (NFPA, OSHA, IEEE, UL) and details specific requirements for hazard analysis, electrical safety training, installation, testing, and maintenance. For potential bidders, this document establishes the regulatory and operational framework within which any work related to facility electrical power systems must be performed. It highlights the importance of compliance with safety standards, proper documentation, and the roles and responsibilities of various personnel and offices involved in managing these systems.