Y1AZ--Temporary Supportive Housing (TSH) and Welcome Center, West Los Angeles Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC)
Overview
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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, is soliciting proposals for a Two-Phase Design-Build contract for Temporary Supportive Housing (TSH) and a Welcome Center at the West Los Angeles VAMC. This 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity requires the design and construction of 220 TSH units and a comprehensive Welcome Center. Phase I proposals are due June 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Project Scope
The project involves the design, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, and warranty of 220 Temporary Supportive Housing Units, with options for two additional increments of 20 units each. A Welcome Center must also be constructed, featuring administrative areas, medical/mental health consultation rooms, staff offices, conference rooms, security, laundry, and a pantry. Associated site improvements include grading, drainage, utility distribution, accessible routes, lighting, and landscaping. Units must incorporate integrated pest prevention and durable, cleanable materials. A mockup of the TSH unit and Welcome Center is required for government review. The site, "Outpost 1," is approximately 4.91 acres, with about 3.928 useable acres.
Contract Details
- Type: Two-Phase Design-Build, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), Size Standard: $45 million.
- Period of Performance: Base CLIN no more than 210 days after Notice to Proceed (NTP); Optional CLINs no more than 60 days after NTP.
- Place of Performance: 11301 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90073.
Submission & Evaluation
- Phase I Evaluation: Focuses on Technical Approach (Schedule/Speed of Delivery, Project Management Plan, Risk Management Plan), Team Project Experience, and Past Performance. Price is not evaluated in Phase I. A shortlist of up to three offerors will proceed to Phase II.
- Phase II Evaluation: Involves submission of Technical and Price proposals, including a Design Solution, and will be a best-value tradeoff process.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered as SDVOSB at veterans.certify.sba.gov at the time of proposal submission and prior to award.
- Submission Method: Phase I proposals must be submitted via email to gerald.brusaw@va.gov, with a 10MB limit per email.
Key Dates
- Phase I Proposals Due: June 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
- Phase II RFP Issued (Anticipated): July 7, 2026.
- Phase II Proposals Due (Anticipated): August 6, 2026.
- Anticipated Contract Award: August 20, 2026.
Important Notes
Bidders should review the updated Statement of Work (from Amendment 0004), the newly attached topographic survey data (from Amendment 0005), and the Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ TSH.pdf) for detailed requirements. Site visit presentation slides are also available for review.