Y1DA--Modernize Elevators NRM Construction Project 636A6-22-500 VA Central Iowa Health Care System (VACIHCS) Des Moines, IA 50310
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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), specifically the Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC), anticipates soliciting proposals for a firm-fixed-price contract to modernize elevators at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System (VACIHCS) in Des Moines, IA. This is a Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation is expected in early 2nd quarter FY26, with an anticipated response date of February 12, 2026.
Project Scope
The project, identified as NRM Construction Project #636A6-22-500, aims to modernize components and controls for eight elevators: A-East (Passenger), A-West (Passenger), B-Passenger, B-Service, C-Passenger, D-Passenger, E-Passenger, and K-Freight. The goal is to ensure these elevators meet current safety and operational codes and directives. Modernization work includes, but is not limited to, installing new controls, motors, electrical systems, emergency phones, plumbing, air conditioning, lighting, cables, data, fire alarms, fire suppression, and new interiors for the elevator cars. All work must adhere to VA-provided design information, specifications, and documents.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Single Firm-Fixed-Price (Design-Bid-Build NRM construction project).
- Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.
- Period of Performance: Approximately 365 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offers from non-SDVOSB concerns will not be considered.
- NAICS Code: 238290, with a size standard of $22.0 million.
Solicitation & Evaluation
The solicitation will be issued as a Request for Proposals (RFP) in accordance with FAR Part 15. Evaluation will follow tradeoff procedures outlined in the solicitation.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: Early 2nd quarter of FY26.
- Anticipated Response Date: February 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Questions: Must be submitted in writing via email to the primary contact.
- Primary Contact: Lucretia Maloney, Contract Specialist, Lucretia.Maloney@va.gov.