Y1DA--PROJECT 528A5-25-509 HFC and WholeHealth in OPC CANANDAIGUA VAMC

SOL #: 36C24226B0038Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs

Veterans Affairs, Department Of

242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)

ALBANY, NY, 12208, United States

Place of Performance

Canandaigua, NY

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

Construction Of Hospitals And Infirmaries (Y1DA)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/652d62553f354547b2c6600c6af5111c/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 30, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 13, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 18, 2026, 3:00 PM

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), specifically the Canandaigua, NY VA Medical Center, is soliciting bids for Project 528A5-25-509, involving the build-out of a new Health Fitness Center (HFC) and Whole Health (WH) Clinic. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside with an estimated magnitude between $500,000 and $1,000,000. Bids are due by March 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.

Scope of Work

The project involves comprehensive construction within an existing shell space at the Canandaigua VAMC. Key tasks include:

Construction of 3 offices, 1 bathroom, a locker room, workout room, and group room, including rubber gym flooring.
Associated carpentry (doors, finishes, ceilings), mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and security system installations.
Installation of security and access control systems.
Removal of existing and installation of new lighting and ceiling fans.
Modification of existing ductwork, relocation of thermostats, and updates to fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
Provision of area signage and select furnishings. Work will primarily occur during normal business hours, but off-hours work may be required for system shutdowns or tasks impacting patient care. Contractors must utilize Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) for all project documentation.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
Project Duration: 250 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
Magnitude: $500,000 - $1,000,000.
NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a $45.0M size standard.
Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and verified in DSBS at the time of award. Annual Vets4212 Report is required.
Bonds: A bid guarantee of 20% of the proposal price (not to exceed $3,000,000) is required. Performance and Payment Bonds will be required upon award.
Wage Determination: Federal wage rates (General Decision Number NY20260110 for Genesee County, NY) apply, including Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage) requirements.
Required Forms: 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.

Key Dates & Submission

Solicitation Release: On or about February 13, 2026.
Pre-Bid Site Visit: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Questions Due: Friday, March 6, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.
Bids Due: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 11:00 AM ET.
Bid Opening: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 11:30 AM ET (online via Microsoft Teams).
Submission Method: Electronically via email to Idalia Algarin (Idalia.Algarin@va.gov).
Award Anticipated: Around March 2026.
Solicitation Materials: Available electronically on SAM.gov. Bidders are responsible for obtaining and acknowledging all amendments.