J061--Emergency Generator Preventive Maintenance and Testing (VA-26-00026842)
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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), specifically the Michael E. Debakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX, is seeking Emergency Generator Preventive Maintenance and Repair Services. This opportunity is issued as a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) and is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The requirement covers comprehensive maintenance and repair for various emergency generators. Quotes are due by February 16, 2026, at 03:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive preventive maintenance and repair services for 16 diesel, 1 dual fuel, and 1 natural gas emergency and standby generators. Key services include:
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive EPSS Maintenance Schedule.
- Performing Fuel Tank and Day Tank PMs, including cleaning and inspections.
- Conducting Diesel Fuel burnishing and polishing.
- Executing repairs to subsystems and controls associated with the Emergency Power Supply System (EPSS).
- Performing annual load bank testing for generators.
- Providing emergency "call out" repair services with a 2-hour response time for critical equipment and next business day response for non-critical calls.
- Removing and disposing of replaced parts and waste. Contractors must be OEM trained and authorized, fully qualified, and possess a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Period of Performance: 12 months from award, plus four 12-month option periods.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a $12.5M small business size standard.
- PSC: J061 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Electric Wire, And Power And Distribution Equipment)
- Questions Due: February 10, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. CST
- Quotes Due: February 16, 2026, at 03:00 PM CST
- Published Date: February 6, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Technical factors include meeting Statement of Work requirements, OEM certifications, demonstrating 5 years of experience, and the proposed maintenance schedule. Price will also be a significant factor.
Submission & Notes
Offerors must submit quotations in Section B.2 Price/Cost Schedule. All questions must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Eugene Jackson at eugene.jackson2@va.gov. Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via SAM.gov. The solicitation incorporates various FAR provisions and clauses, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-4, and 52.252-2. Invoices are to be submitted monthly via OB10. Gray market items are not acceptable.