Medical Air GAs and Piping Installation
Overview
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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), specifically the NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257), is soliciting proposals for the Medical Air Gas and Piping Installation at the Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. This Firm-Fixed-Price contract is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The project involves furnishing and installing new medical air gas and piping systems in ten (10) Fastrack emergency rooms. Proposals are due April 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, supplies, engineering, start-up, tools, equipment, transportation, supervision, and debris removal for the installation of updated medical air gas and piping systems. Key deliverables include:
- Furnishing and installing new Amico 3 gas, OAV 3/4," 3/4," 1" zone valve boxes.
- Furnishing and installing new Amico LCD area alarm panels (excluding electrical and low voltage work).
- Furnishing and installing new Amico DISS outlets/inlets (O2, MA, MV, and slide) in each of the ten ER Fast Track rooms.
- Obtaining and coordinating services of all third-party contractors.
- Ensuring compliance with VA guidelines, best construction practices, building codes, manufacturer's instructions, and VHA 01-35-26 safety requirements.
- Obtaining all required licenses and permits.
- Adhering to VA personnel security and suitability program requirements, including background investigations and PIV cards.
- Complying with infection control measures. Work is primarily during normal VA operating hours, with potential for night/weekend work upon approval.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing and Air-Conditioning Contractors)
- Size Standard: $19 Million
- Place of Performance: Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center, San Antonio, TX
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: April 3, 2026, 6:00 PM ET (18:00:00Z)
- Submission Method: Via email to Melanie Williams (melanie.williams5@va.gov).
- Required Submissions:
- Completed and signed SF 1449.
- Completed and signed FAR Clause 852.219-75 (Limitations on Subcontracting).
- Capability Statement (max 3 pages) detailing technical approach, methodology, and technique.
- List of key personnel.
- References for up to 3 similar contracts within the last 3 years.
- Copies of applicable permits, licenses, and certifications.
- Flat rate pricing per line item.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be certified by the SBA as an SDVOSB.
- Evaluation Factors: Competitive best value selection based on Comparative Analysis, considering Technical Capability, Price, and Past Performance. Offers must be held firm for 90 calendar days.
Key Dates & Contact
- Technical Questions Due: March 31, 2026, 1:00 PM CT.
- Contact: Melanie Williams (melanie.williams5@va.gov, 210-694-6378).
- Answers to Questions: Will be posted as an amendment on SAM.gov.