J061--EMERGENCY POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM SERVICE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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), Network Contracting Office 21, has issued a Firm-Fixed-Price Solicitation for Emergency Power Supply System (EPSS) and Stored Emergency Power Supply System (SEPSS) maintenance, repair, testing, and inspection services at the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System (VASNHCS) in Reno, NV. This critical effort ensures continuous patient care during power outages. This opportunity is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Offers are due February 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive maintenance, repair, testing, and inspection services for generators, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), and Uninterruptible Power Sources (UPS). Services include weekly, monthly, semi-annual, annual, and tri-annual testing, generator load testing, fuel testing, and UPS battery replacement. All work must adhere to VHA Directive 1028, The Joint Commission (TJC), NFPA 70, 99, 110, 111, OSHA, and manufacturer specifications. A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) will be used to monitor performance, with payment tied to meeting required service levels.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: One base year (April 16, 2026 - April 15, 2027) with four one-year option periods.
- Estimated Value: $12.5 Million for the base period.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offerors must be "Verified" in https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ and comply with VAAR Clause 852.219-75 (Limitations on Subcontracting).
Key Requirements & Qualifications
- Contractor personnel must possess Engine Manufacturer certification or equivalent training, and OSHA 10-hour construction safety training.
- A minimum of three years of relevant experience in healthcare, industrial, educational, and commercial facilities is required.
- Employees must hold a certified Electrical Contractor License for Nevada.
- The contractor must maintain a 24/7 presence in the Reno, NV area and respond to emergencies within one hour.
- Bidders must account for legally mandated minimum wages and fringe benefits as outlined in the provided Wage Determination for Nevada (Storey, Washoe counties).
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers must be submitted electronically via email to Kulvinder Brar at kulvinder.brar@va.gov.
- Quotes must be prepared in three separate parts: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.
- All questions must be submitted via email no later than five (5) business days prior to the quote due date.
- Offer Due Date: February 20, 2026, 10:00 AM PST.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price. Technical approach requires details on company capabilities, quality assurance, personnel, and adherence to certifications. Past performance requires 3-5 recent and relevant references. Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
Important Notes
Offerors must follow submission instructions in the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1. Failure to comply may result in unfavorable evaluation. Detailed equipment lists (Generators and ATS, Systems Information) are provided to help bidders understand the scope and estimate costs.