X1DB--Historic Reused for Butler (LASU)

SOL #: 36C10F26Q0026Special Notice

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
OFFICE OF CONSTRUCTION & FACILITIES MGMT (36C10F)
WASHINGTON, DC, 20001, United States

Place of Performance

Washington, District of Columbia

NAICS

Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses) (531120)

PSC

Lease/Rental Of Laboratories And Clinics (X1DB)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Jan 30, 2026
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Last Updated
Feb 27, 2026
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Action Date
May 29, 2026, 9:00 PM

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), Office of Construction & Facilities Management, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Historic Reuse Program (HRP) at the Butler New Castle Road VA Medical Center campus in Butler, Pennsylvania. This opportunity, titled "X1DB--Historic Reused for Butler (LASU)," seeks a Developer to redevelop the historic vacant Building 1 and associated structures through a long-term outlease. The primary goal is to preserve the historic property and enable a productive use without requiring VA capital investment. Proposals are due Friday, May 29, 2026, by 3:00 PM ET.

Purpose & Scope

The VA is seeking innovative, market-based solutions for the adaptive reuse of Building 1. The selected developer will be responsible for all redevelopment, remediation, and future operation costs. Key requirements include:

  • Preserving the historic nature of Building 1 in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards.
  • Ensuring a productive use of the site that does not require VA capital investment.
  • Complying with all applicable Federal, State, and local requirements, including fire, life safety, accessibility, zoning, and building codes.
  • Incorporating sustainability and green building requirements, aiming for at least LEED Silver or Two Green Globes certification.
  • Adhering to environmental laws and regulations (NEPA, CERCLA, RCRA, ARPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Contract Details

  • Disposition Structure: Ground lease (term to be determined).
  • Rent: Respondents must propose Annual Base Rent and Participation Rent terms.
  • Financing: The selected developer must fund 100% of the development, including predevelopment costs; the VA will not provide capital.
  • Product Service Code (PSC): X1DB (Lease/Rental Of Laboratories And Clinics).
  • NAICS Code: 531120 (Lessors of Other Real Estate).
  • Place of Performance: Butler New Castle Road VA Medical Center, Butler, Pennsylvania.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Proposal Due Date: Friday, May 29, 2026, by 3:00 PM ET.
  • Submission Method: Electronic upload to a provided Box.com link.
  • Proposal Contents: Proposals must include 12 tabs covering Transmittal Letter, Project Team, Qualifications, Litigation, Project Concept, Financial Offer, Financing Strategy, Development Budget, Financial Capacity, Project Schedule, Minimum Terms, and Community Outreach.
  • Evaluation Factors: Best value selection based on Project Concept (22.5%), Evidence of Capability to Perform (22.5%), Financing Strategy (22.5%), Financial Capacity (22.5%), and Offer of Consideration to VA (10%).
  • Set-Aside: No specific set-aside is mentioned. Offerors must demonstrate experience in adaptive reuse of historic properties.

Key Dates & Contacts

  • RFP Issue Date: Friday, January 30, 2026.
  • Site Visit: Monday, March 2, 2026.
  • Industry Day: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Butler, PA VA Medical Center.
  • Points of Contact: Shahidat Abbas (Realty Specialist, Shahidat.Abbas@va.gov, 202-607-7901) or Elroy Plummer (Elroy.Plummer@va.gov, 910-330-4673). All questions must be submitted via email.

People

Points of Contact

Shahidat Abbas or Elroy PlummerRealty SpecialistPRIMARY

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