Y1DA--630A4-26-401 MRI AHU Modification
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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) is issuing a Presolicitation for a Design-Build project to modify the MRI Air Handling Unit (AHU) at the Veteran's Affairs Medical Center, 800 Poly Place, Brooklyn, NY 11209. This project involves installing a dedicated cooling source for the MRI suite. This opportunity is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The official solicitation is expected around April 17, 2026, with responses due by January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive design-build services for the installation of a dedicated cooling source for the MRI suite's AHU in Building 15. This includes furnishing and installing a new air-cooled nominal 30-ton capacity electric chiller, associated piping, controls, and six new chilled water fan coil units in the adjacent hallway. The scope also covers all necessary electrical work, concrete equipment pads, integration with the existing Honeywell Building Automation System (BAS), and functional performance testing. All work must adhere to existing AHU manufacturer specifications, VA specifications, and VA design guidelines.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Design-Build (Presolicitation)
- Magnitude of Construction: Between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000
- Performance Period: 270 Calendar Days
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Small Business Size Standard: $45 Million)
- Solicitation Release (Expected): On or about April 17, 2026
- Response Date: January 30, 2026, 3 PM Eastern Time
- Published Date: April 7, 2026
Additional Requirements & Notes
A 20% Bid Bond is required with the bid. Contractors must attend a mandated pre-bid site visit (details to be provided in the solicitation). All work must comply with OSHA, NFPA, and VA safety regulations. The contractor will be required to utilize the VISN 2 Autodesk Build Construction management platform (ACC) for project communication and submissions, including mandatory training. Contractors must also comply with VA Privacy Training requirements for personnel without access to VA computer systems or sensitive information, and adhere to Federal Records Management obligations. An English-speaking supervisor with a minimum of five years' experience on similar projects is required on-site.