Y1DA--657-26-109JB, Upgrade Master Boiler Program Logic Controls l STL
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), Network Contract Office 15, is soliciting proposals for the Upgrade of Master Boiler Program Logic Controls (PSC: Y1DA - Construction Of Hospitals And Infirmaries) at its facility in Saint Louis, MO. This opportunity, Solicitation 36C25526R0051, is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). An amendment has extended the proposal due date to February 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This project involves upgrading the master boiler program logic controls. Key responsibilities include full retuning of all control loops and combustion tuning, integration with the existing relay-based Fireye BMS (without hardware/logic modifications), and electrical work limited to control wiring within existing cabinets. The contractor is responsible for scheduling, fire watch, and infection control measures (STARC walls are permitted). The VA will not pay for engineering/design submittals or manufacturer deposits. Missouri projects are not sales tax-exempt, and taxes must be included in the bid price. The procurement is fixed-price, with no economic price adjustment.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: 36C25526R0051
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Place of Performance: Saint Louis, MO
- Published Date: February 4, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: February 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST (as extended by Amendment 0001)
- Notice to Proceed (NTP): Expected 21-30 days after award.
- Bid Hold Period: 120 days.
Key Clarifications & Requirements
- Offerors must acknowledge receipt of Amendment 0001; failure to do so may result in offer rejection.
- Access to existing PLC/HMI application files and passwords will be granted to the winning offeror.
- Submittal platforms like Procore or equivalent are acceptable.
- Payment for stored materials is approved if properly documented and inventoried.
- Limited contractor badging is provided, requiring daily check-ins for site access.
- The VA is researching and will post a future amendment regarding Buy American Waivers.
Important Documents
- Amendment 0001: Extends the proposal deadline, provides updated drawings, answers to RFIs, revised specifications, and a site visit sign-in sheet. Offerors must acknowledge this amendment.
- Specifications (Rev3): Details general requirements (Div 01), special construction (Div 13), HVAC (Div 23), and electrical (Div 26), outlining technical standards for materials, installation, safety, and quality control.
- Master Panel vol-1: This document provides information on existing as-built drawings and boiler controls (currency not confirmed by VA) and includes a Certificate of Conformance for a specific SF 3 Valve Manifold Assembly, indicating material compliance for sour service environments.
Submission & Contact
Proposals must acknowledge Amendment 0001. Primary Contact: Kevin A Mahoney, Contract Specialist, Kevin.Mahoney3@va.gov, 913-684-0141. Secondary Contact: Maria G Hoover, maria.hoover@va.gov, 9139461130.