X1DB--Historic Reused for Butler (LASU)
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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), 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.