Short Term Q2 Generator and Fuel Testing Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center
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 20 (NCO 20), is planning to award a high-priority, short-term Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) sole source contract for generator and fuel testing and inspection services at the Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center (VAWW) in Walla Walla, WA. This presolicitation seeks responses by March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes annual and triennial testing of eight (8) emergency diesel electric generators, which currently have insufficient connected load and require a supplemental load bank for testing, as mandated by NFPA 110. Additionally, testing of nine (9) fuel storage containers is required per NFPA 110 Part 8.3.7. These services are critical for maintaining the operational readiness of the medical center's emergency power systems.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a high-priority, short-term, SDVOSB sole source contract.
- Duration: Anticipated 3-month award to meet immediate needs.
- Follow-on: A competitive requirement for these services is anticipated for a July 1, 2026 award.
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
- Published: March 24, 2026.
- Solicitation Number: 36C26026Q0478.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This opportunity is planned as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) sole source contract.
Place of Performance
Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center, 77 Wainwright Drive, Walla Walla, WA 99362, USA.
Point of Contact
Michael Allred, Contracting Officer Email: michael.allred1@va.gov Phone: 509-321-1906