Y1DA--PROJECT # 528-22-125 CO2 Gas Ventilation BUFFALO VAMC
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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 242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02, is soliciting bids for Project # 528-22-125, CO2 Gas Ventilation at the Buffalo VAMC in Buffalo, NY. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside for construction services to improve medical gas distribution. Bids are due by March 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
The project involves improving CO2 and mixed-gas distribution by constructing a new gas room (approx. 40 sq ft), installing a new automatic medical gas manifold system, and providing new alarms, pipelines, and outlets to ensure continuous gas service to the Microbiology and Blood Bank departments. This includes the installation of new acoustic ceiling grid, LED lights, diffusers, sprinkler heads, and a dedicated RTU exhaust fan for negative pressure in the gas room. Demolition of the existing gas room and associated parts is also required. All work must comply with NFPA 55, National Electrical Code (NEC), VA Design Guides, and other applicable federal, state, and local codes, as well as VA safety protocols and Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRA). Contractor personnel require OSHA 10-hour training, with supervisors needing OSHA 30-hour training. COVID-19 safety protocols must be followed.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Not to exceed 180 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Magnitude of Construction: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (Size Standard: $45.0 Million).
- Bonds: A bid guarantee (20% of proposal price, not to exceed $3,000,000) is required. Performance and Payment Bonds will also be required.
- Required Certifications: Offerors must submit the Buy American Act Certificate (FAR 52.225-2) and the VAAR 852.219-75 Limitations of Subcontracting Certificate with their bid.
Submission & Key Dates
- Solicitation Number: 36C24226B0039
- Bids Due: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to Idalia Algarin (idalia.algarin@va.gov).
- Bid Opening: Online via Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 11:30 AM ET.
- Questions Due: Friday, March 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET, submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer.
- Pre-Bid Site Visit: Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET at Buffalo VAMC, Bldg. 1.
- Anticipated Award: On or about March 2026.
Eligibility
This procurement is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov with a Unique Entity Identifier and verified/certified as an SDVOSB in DSBS at the time of award. Offerors must also submit their annual Vets4212 Report. Wage rates for Erie County, NY, are applicable and must be considered for cost estimation.
Additional Notes
Solicitation materials, including specifications and drawings, are available on SAM.gov. Bidders are responsible for obtaining and acknowledging all amendments posted on SAM.gov.