TVHS VAMC Air Handler Units Refurbishment
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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 Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) VAMC in Nashville, TN, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the refurbishment of Air Handler Units (AHUs). This opportunity is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Proposals are due by April 16, 2026, at 11:00 am CDT.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the refurbishment of specific Air Handler Units (AHU-41, AHU-40, AHU-39, AHU-24, AHU-4) at the TVHS VAMC. The work includes, but is not limited to, coil replacement, drain work, valve replacement, fan motor/assembly replacement, humidifier replacement, UV lighting system installation, and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) replacement. Temporary HVAC must be provided when AHUs are non-functional. All work must adhere to detailed technical specifications, industry standards, and requires a Quality Control Plan, along with pre-work and post-work Test and Balance reports.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from the date of award (anticipated July 15, 2026, to July 14, 2027).
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offerors must be SBA certified and listed in the SBA certification database at the time of offer and award.
- Applicable Wage Determination: WD 2015-4647, Revision 30, dated December 3, 2025, which specifies minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for the Nashville, TN area.
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a size standard of $19 Million.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Deadline: April 09, 2026, by 11:00 am CT.
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 16, 2026, by 11:00 am CDT.
- Submission Method: Offers must be submitted via email to scott.dickey@va.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Best value, considering price and other factors including Technical Approach (Technical Plan and Quality Control Plan) and Past Performance.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Scott Dickey at scott.dickey@va.gov or 615-225-5635.