Y1AZ--Temporary Supportive Housing (TSH) and Welcome Center, West Los Angeles Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC)

Other / Unclassified

This document is a presentation from a site visit for the National Center for Warrior Independence (NCWI) Temporary Supportive Housing (TSH) project. It outlines the agenda for the site visit, administrative remarks, and provides details about the project's scope, general requirements, and utility considerations.

• Project Scope: The project aims to provide 220 temporary supportive housing units, including a Welcome Center, site infrastructure, and accessible routes, on the West Los Angeles VAMC Campus.
• General Requirements: Highlights include pest prevention, adherence to federal/state/local codes, site adaptation, unit size (160-226 sq ft), privacy, security, bariatric-accessible units, kitchenettes, and specific finishes.
• Welcome Center Functions: Details the required components of the Welcome Center, such as administrative areas, medical/mental health consultation rooms, staff offices, conference rooms, security, laundry, and a pantry.
• Utility Information: Provides an overview of existing and proposed domestic water, sewer, storm drain, and electrical systems, including recommendations for upgrades and coordination.
• Site Visit Purpose: The site visit was intended to gather information from the contractor community to inform planning for the RFP for Temporary Supportive Housing construction. It clarifies that the presentation and discussions are pre-decisional and that the future Solicitation and/or Contract will be the governing documents.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a sign-in sheet for a site visit held on June 9, 2026, for the "Construct Temporary Supportive Housing and Welcome Center" opportunity at the West Los Angeles VAMC. It lists the firms that attended, along with the names, titles, and contact information of their representatives.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it indicates which companies participated in the site visit. This can provide insight into the level of interest and potential competition for the opportunity. Bidders can use this list to identify potential partners or competitors who have direct knowledge of the site conditions.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003) to Solicitation 36C10F26R0053 modifies the original solicitation as follows:

• Proposal Due Date Extension: The deadline for submitting Phase I proposals has been extended to June 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

• Site Visit Information: The site visit held on June 09, 2026, and its associated presentation slides are now incorporated into the solicitation record via this amendment.

• RFI Responses: Responses to any Requests for Information (RFIs) will be provided in a future amendment.

• The hour and date specified for the receipt of Offers (Phase I proposals) has been extended.

• The site visit attendance and presentation materials are now part of the official record.

• Bidders are reminded that all Phase I proposals must be submitted via email to gerald.brusaw@va.gov.

• The extended due date for Phase I proposals is June 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.

• Bidders should ensure they have reviewed the incorporated site visit information.

• Further clarifications via RFI responses are expected in a subsequent amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment confirms the date and time of the site visit for the subject Request for Proposal (RFP).

• The site visit will be held on June 09, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Pacific Time.

• The meetup location, parking areas, and logistics will be provided to confirmed attendees on June 09, 2026.

• To confirm attendance, vendors must respond to gerald.brusaw@va.gov and keisha.pointer@va.gov no later than June 08, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. Late responses will not be accommodated.

• Respondents are permitted a maximum of two attendees.

• This amendment does not extend the proposal receipt deadline.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment announces a mandatory site visit for the solicitation 36C10F26R0053, "Construct Temporary Supportive Shelter and Welcome Center, West Los Angeles Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center."

• Site Visit Date: June 09, 2026.
• Time and Location: To be provided to confirmed participants on June 08, 2026.
• Attendance Confirmation: Required by responding to gerald.brusaw@va.gov and keisha.pointer@va.gov no later than June 08, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT. Late responses will not be accommodated.
• Attendee Limit: A maximum of two attendees per respondent is permitted.

This amendment primarily impacts the scheduling and participation requirements for the site visit.

Potential bidders must confirm their attendance for the site visit by the specified deadline to receive further details. The deadline for confirmation is June 08, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) intended to gather information about a contractor's performance on a previous project. It is designed to be completed by the client and submitted to the offeror, who will then include it with their proposal to the government. The PPQ helps the government evaluate the contractor's past performance risk.

• Contractor Information: Firm name, address, contact details, CAGE code, UEI number.
• Work Performed: Details on whether the contractor acted as Prime, Subcontractor, or Joint Venture, and the percentage of work performed.
• Contract Information: Contract number, type, title, location, award date, completion dates, original and final contract prices.
• Project Description: Assessment of work complexity and relevance to the current submission.
• Client Information: Client name, title, contact details, and description of their role.
• Adjective Ratings: A detailed rating scale (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, Not Applicable) with definitions for evaluating performance across various categories including Quality, Schedule/Timeliness, Customer Satisfaction, Management/Personnel/Labor, Cost/Financial Management, Safety/Security, and General.
• Narrative Comments: Space for the client to provide specific strengths, weaknesses, deficiencies, or other comments.

This form is crucial for bidders as it outlines the specific criteria and performance areas the government uses to assess past performance. Bidders need to ensure their clients understand how to complete this questionnaire accurately and thoroughly, as it directly impacts the evaluation of their proposal. The detailed rating definitions help bidders understand what constitutes strong versus weak performance in the eyes of the government.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides details and acreage information for "Outpost 1 (4.91 Acres)". It appears to be a site plan or land parcel description relevant to a potential construction or development opportunity.

• Total Acreage: 4.91 Acres
• Useable Acreage: Approximately 3.928 Acres (calculated as 4.91 * 80%)
• Potential Bed Units: 220 Bed Units (Base Requirement), with options for 240 and 260 units.
• Additional Features: Mentions "Support Trailers" and "CRRC 'Welcome Center'".
• Site Measurements: Includes Perimeter (606.38 m), Area (4.91 ac), and Elevation estimates (Min: 94.85 m, Median: 97.41 m, Max: 101.38 m).

This information is crucial for bidders to understand the physical constraints and potential capacity of the site for any proposed development or construction. It directly informs planning, design, and cost estimations for the opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Two-Phase Design-Build procurement for the site preparation and installation of temporary supportive housing (TSH) units and a Welcome Center at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center (WLA VAMC). The project aims to provide safe, accessible, and supportive living spaces for Veterans, aligning with the VA's clinical mission.

• Design, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, and warranty of 220 Temporary Supportive Housing Units.

• Provision for two optional increments of 20 additional Temporary Supportive Housing Units.

• Construction of a Welcome Center with specific functional components (e.g., examination rooms, offices, day room, dining support).

• Associated site improvements including grading, drainage, utility distribution, accessible routes, lighting, and landscaping.

• Units must incorporate integrated pest prevention measures and durable, cleanable materials.

• A mockup of the Temporary Supportive Housing Unit and Welcome Center is required for government review.

• Procurement Type: Two-Phase Design-Build.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity.

• Period of Performance: Base CLIN period of performance is no more than 210 days after Notice to Proceed (NTP). Optional CLINs have a period of performance of no more than 60 days after NTP.

• Phase I: Focuses on Technical Approach (Schedule/Speed of Delivery, Project Management Plan, Risk Management Plan), Team Project Experience, and Past Performance. A shortlist of up to three offerors will proceed to Phase II.

• Phase II: Involves submission of Technical and Price proposals, including a Design Solution. Evaluation is a best-value tradeoff process.

• Key Dates:

  • Phase I Proposals Due: June 23, 2026
  • Phase II RFP Issued: July 7, 2026
  • Phase II Proposals Due: August 6, 2026
  • Anticipated Contract Award: August 20, 2026

• Submission Method: Phase I proposals via email to gerald.brusaw@va.gov (10MB limit per email).

• This procurement is a 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 236220, Small Business Size Standard: $45 million.

• Offerors must be registered as SDVOSB at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ at the time of proposal submission and prior to award.

• All requests for information due by 3:00 PM ET on 06/11/2026.

• Price is not evaluated in Phase I.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice for a Two-Phase Design-Build Solicitation (Number 36C10F26R0053) to construct Temporary Supportive Housing (TSH) and a Welcome Center at the West Los Angeles Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). The project requires the design and construction of 220 TSH units, a Welcome Center, and associated site improvements.

• Design, construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and warranty of 220 Temporary Supportive Housing Units.

• Construction of a Welcome Center.

• Associated site improvements.

• Contractor will determine means and methods to meet all code and performance standards.

• Contract Type: Design-Build

• Period of Performance: No more than 210 days after issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Estimated Award Date: August 20, 2026.

• Proposals for Phase I are due on or around June 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM (ET).

• Award will utilize the Best Value, Trade-Off method.

• Award may be made without discussion.

• Offerors must be able to provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds.

• A bid guarantee is required with the proposal.

• This procurement is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).

• Small Business Size Standard: $45 million.

• SDVOSB concerns must be registered at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ at the time of proposal submission and immediately prior to award.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Acquisition Management (SAM.gov) prior to award.

• Solicitation documents will be available on or about May 21, 2026, on SAM.gov in Adobe PDF format.

• Offerors are responsible for obtaining and acknowledging all amendments.

• No public bid opening will be held.

• Contact: Gerald Brusaw, Contracting Officer, at 224-428-3135 or gerald.brusaw@va.gov.