J059--REQUEST FOR QUOTES NETA MAINTENANCE AND TESTING SERVICES FOR GE POWERVAC 15KV SWITHCHGEAR LOCATION BALTIMORE VAMC 36C24526Q0229
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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 seeking quotes for NETA Maintenance and Testing Services for GE PowerVac 15KV Switchgear at the Baltimore VA Medical Center, MD. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The contract will be Firm-Fixed-Price. Quotes are due Monday, February 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, supervision, materials, test instruments, and equipment for NETA Maintenance Testing and inspection services on the GE PowerVac 15KV Switchgear Lineup. Testing must be performed de-energized and coordinated with the VA. Services must adhere to the latest 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, a Summary Report, a Deficiency List, and a Final Comprehensive Test Report. Personnel must be OSHA 10 Certified.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Base period from February 4, 2026, to February 3, 2027.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors)
- Size Standard: $19 Million
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs Baltimore VA Medical Center, Baltimore, MD 21201.
Submission & Evaluation
- Site Visit: Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET.
- Request for Information (RFI) Due: Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
- Quotes Due: 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 considered equal to Price.
- Contact: Bill Pratt, Contracting Officer, billie.pratt@va.gov, 410-642-2411.
Important Notes for Bidders
Offerors must review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Section E.2 Supplemental Instructions to Quoters. Compliance with VHA Directive 1028 "Facility Electrical Power Systems" and the provided Service Contract Act Wage Determination is mandatory for labor cost calculations and operational standards. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) is the required payment method.