VAPIHCS Commercial Plumbing Services

Sources Sought Notice

This announcement is for market research purposes to assist the Government in its decision-making process for services procurement. It is not a solicitation or a request for quotes/proposals. The Government is not obligated to pay for any costs associated with responding to this notice and is not committed to issuing a solicitation or awarding a contract based on this notice.

• The Government is seeking capabilities for on-call emergency and planned projects for Commercial Plumbing Installation and Repair Service at the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System (VAPIHCS) in Honolulu, HI.

• Services include troubleshooting, repair, modification, replacement, and limited installation of plumbing systems.

• Specific services may include domestic water system repair/replacement, sanitary sewer repair/replacement, plumbing fixture repair/replacement, valve replacement, pump repair/replacement, leak detection/repair, drain cleaning/repair, and troubleshooting of plumbing system failures.

• Emergency plumbing repair capability is required, with a response time of within two (2) hours of notification.

• A Statement of Work (SOW) is attached for more specifics.

• The Government is considering a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) standalone contract or a single-award FFP Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Responses must be submitted via email to karen.cooper332@va.gov by 04/03/2026 at 1:00 PM Pacific Time.

• The subject line must read: "Sources Sought - VAPIHCS Commercial Plumbing Services".

• Capabilities statements describing commercial plumbing installation and repair services are required.

• The Government may request additional information, including rough order of magnitude pricing.

• This notice will help the Government determine the appropriate set-aside.

• Potential Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have a current Online Representations and Certification Application on file with SAM to be eligible for an award.

• Interested vendors are requested to provide specific information including company details, socio-economic status, capability to support on-call and emergency services, experience, personnel/office locations, response times, UEI number, GSA/FSS #, subcontracting intentions, recommended contract structure, preferred pricing approaches, and any challenges/risks associated with an FFP contract.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To obtain qualified commercial plumbing contractors to perform repair, replacement, and limited installation projects for existing plumbing infrastructure at the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System (VAPIHCS).

• Maintenance and repair of domestic hot and cold water systems (½” to 3"), sanitary sewer systems (1 ½" to 4"), boiler systems, storm drainage systems, piping, valves, pumps, and plumbing fixtures.

• Includes repair or replacement of piping, valves, fixtures, pumps, drain lines, and troubleshooting of system failures.

• May involve inspection of plumbing systems to determine causes of failure and recommend corrective actions.

• Work is for repair, replacement, and minor modifications of existing systems; not for new construction.

• Fire suppression systems are excluded unless specifically authorized.

• All work must comply with applicable federal, state, and local plumbing codes and regulations.

• Emergency repairs require a response within two (2) hours of notification.

• Work will be issued on an as-needed basis.

• Locations include VAPIHCS facilities: Building 30 (ACC), Building 32 (Parking Structure), Building 110 (CLC), and Building T1 (E Wing) in Honolulu, HI. Additional facilities may be included.

• Contractors must employ qualified technicians with appropriate State of Hawaii plumbing licenses and maintain a valid State of Hawaii contractor license.

• Personnel must obtain and maintain installation access credentials and proper identification.

• Compliance with VA safety regulations, infection control requirements (ICRA, ILSM), LOTO, hot work permits, and OSHA regulations is mandatory.

• Contractors are responsible for protecting Government property, maintaining safe work areas, and proper disposal of debris.

• Work hours may include evenings, weekends, or holidays to minimize disruption.

• Emergency pricing will be handled similarly to routine repair work unless specifically approved by the Contracting Officer.