Y1DA--437-23-165, Repair Water System to Prevent Legionella
Overview
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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), Fargo Health Care System, intends to issue an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Project Number 437-23-165, "Repair Water Systems to Prevent Legionella" at its Fargo, ND facility. This presolicitation notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for bids. The project is a Total 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside, with an estimated construction magnitude between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The IFB is planned for release on or about February 6, 2026, with bids due by February 27, 2026, 2:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will furnish all labor, materials, tools, and equipment to upgrade the domestic water monitoring system, including 7 existing stations. The project also involves adding Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMVs) to approximately 175 plumbing fixtures or replacing existing sinks and faucets. All work must comply with the Physical Security and Resiliency Design Manual (PSRDM), specifications, contract drawings, applicable laws, codes, and NFPA requirements. Coordination with other construction projects may be necessary.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Single, Firm Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: 285 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP).
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), with a small business size standard of $19 million.
Eligibility & Submission
- Set-Aside: This is a Total 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside.
- Requirements: Bidders must be registered and certified as an SDVOSB in the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database (https://veterans.certify.sba.gov) at the time of bid submission. All prospective bidders must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (http://www.sam.gov), completing electronic online Representations and Certifications within SAM.
- IFB Release: Anticipated on or about February 6, 2026.
- Bid Due Date: February 27, 2026, 2:00 PM Central Time.
- Award: Planned within 90 calendar days from the bid opening date.
- Questions: All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Kaleb Gleason, Contract Specialist, at kaleb.gleason@va.gov.
Important Notes
The official IFB, including complete details, specifications, and drawings, will be available for download exclusively on SAM.gov. Interested bidders are responsible for monitoring the SAM.gov website for any changes or amendments to this announcement and the pending solicitation.