VANIHCS FW Generator Load Bank Testing
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), specifically the Northern Indiana Health Care Systems Fort Wayne Campus, has issued a Presolicitation Notice for Annual Emergency Generator, Load Bank, and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) Preventive Maintenance and Testing, including Emergency Service. This opportunity is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued on or around January 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all trained labor, supervision, management, transportation, supplies, equipment, and materials necessary to accomplish comprehensive annual preventive maintenance and testing. Key requirements include:
- Performing Annual Preventive Maintenance and Load Testing on emergency generators and ATS equipment.
- Providing two (2) Periodic Services annually.
- Providing one (1) Annual Maintenance service.
- Offering Emergency Call back Services as needed, with 24-hour availability.
- Ensuring all tasks are performed in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Anticipated Contract Structure: Base year with additional one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- NAICS Code: 541380 – Testing Laboratories and Services (Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million).
- Anticipated Solicitation Issuance: On or around January 25, 2026.
- Published Date: January 2, 2026.
Place of Performance
Work will be performed at the Fort Wayne VA Medical Center, 2121 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a presolicitation notice and not a Request for Proposal. All information needed for the upcoming solicitation will be contained within the official solicitation package once issued. No additional technical information will be provided prior to the solicitation release.
Point of Contact
For inquiries, contact Samuel R Galbreath via email at Samuel.Galbreath@va.gov or phone at 301-456-3435.