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

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation 36C24226B0038 corrects the description and updates key dates.

• Description Correction: The original description has been corrected.

• Site Visit: The site visit is scheduled for Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 10 am at the Buffalo VAMC bldg 1 (in front of Starbucks and main elevators).

• RFIs Due Date: Responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) are due Friday, March 6, 2026, by 12 noon.

• Bids Due Date: Offers are due Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 11 AM ET.

• Bid Opening: Bid opening will occur on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 11:30 AM ET.

• The "DESCRIPTION" section of the original solicitation has been updated.

• Key dates for the site visit, RFIs, bid submission, and bid opening have been modified.

• The deadline for submitting offers has been extended to March 17, 2026.

• Bidders must acknowledge this amendment and ensure their offers are received by the new deadline. The site visit date has also been clarified.

Solicitation

This solicitation is for the build-out of a new Health Fitness Center (HFC) and Whole Health (WH) Clinic at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center in Canandaigua, NY. The project involves construction, carpentry, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and security work within an existing shell space.

• Construction of 3 offices.

• Construction of 1 bathroom and associated plumbing.

• Construction of a locker room, workout room, and group room with rubber gym flooring.

• Installation of security and access control systems.

• Replacement of lighting and ceiling fans.

• Modification of ductwork and relocation of thermostats.

• Updates to fire alarm and sprinkler systems.

• Area signage.

• Provision and installation of select furnishings.

• Work must comply with VA specifications, Federal, State, and Local codes.

• Contractor must use Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) for all project documentation.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Project Duration: 250 days from Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Magnitude: $500,000 - $1,000,000.

• Bids are due by 11:00 AM ET on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

• Bids must be submitted electronically via email to Idalia Algarin, Contracting Officer, at idalia.algarin@va.gov.

• A pre-bid site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.

• All questions must be submitted in writing to Idalia Algarin by Friday, March 6, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.

• Bid opening will be held online via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 11:30 AM ET.

• This procurement is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and verified as SDVOSB in DSBS at the time of award.

• Offerors must submit their annual Vets4212 Report.

• NAICS Code: 236220, Size Standard: $45.0 Million.

• 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.

• Offerors must acknowledge all solicitation amendments.

• Buy American Act Certificate (FAR 52.225-2) and VAAR 852.219-75 Limitations of Subcontracting Certificate are required with the bid.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains the "100% Construction Documents" for the Health Fitness Center project at the Canandaigua VAMC. It comprises a comprehensive set of architectural and engineering drawings detailing all aspects of the construction.

• Drawing Index (G-001): Provides a list of all drawing series (G, A, E, F, H, P, TY) and their corresponding drawing numbers.
• Abbreviations and Symbols: Lists common abbreviations and symbols used throughout the drawings for clarity.
• Project Data: Includes occupancy classification, floor area, construction classification, and occupant load.
• Detailed Drawings: Includes plans and details for:
  • General Construction (Floor Plans, Reflected Ceiling Plans, Elevations, Sections, Details)
  • Electrical (Lighting, Power, Data, Demo)
  • Fire Alarm (Device Plan, Demo)
  • Fire Suppression (Sprinkler Plan)
  • Mechanical (HVAC Plans, Demo)
  • Plumbing (Domestic, Drainage)
  • Security (Plan)
• Schedules: Equipment, Furniture, Circuit, and Air Device schedules are included.

This document is critical for bidders as it provides the complete technical specifications and design for the Health Fitness Center construction. It details all requirements for materials, layout, systems (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire alarm, security), and finishes. Bidders must thoroughly review these drawings to understand the scope of work, prepare accurate bids, and plan for execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Buy American Certificate" provision (FAR 52.225-2), which must be completed by offerors as part of their proposal submission. It is used to certify compliance with the Buy American Act.

• Domestic vs. Foreign End Products: Offerors must identify each end product as either domestic or foreign.
• Critical Components: For domestic end products, offerors must indicate if they contain a critical component.
• Foreign End Product Details: For foreign end products, offerors must specify the country of origin and indicate if they exceed 55% domestic content (unless they are COTS items).
• Definitions: Key terms such as "COTS item," "critical component," "domestic end product," "end product," and "foreign end product" are defined within the solicitation's "Buy American-Supplies" clause.

Bidders must carefully review and complete this certificate to ensure their offer complies with the Buy American Act requirements. Failure to properly complete this form may impact the evaluation of the offer. The government will evaluate offers based on the policies and procedures in FAR Part 25.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (NOV 2022). It requires offerors to certify their compliance with subcontracting limitations if awarded a contract.

• Services Contract: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 50% of the government-paid amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs.
• General Construction Contract: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 85% of the government-paid amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Costs of materials are excluded.
• Special Trade Construction Contract: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 75% of the government-paid amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Costs of materials are excluded.
• Certification Acknowledgement: Offerors acknowledge that false certifications are subject to penalties under Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001.
• Compliance Verification: Offerors agree to provide documents to VA to demonstrate compliance upon request.
• Required Completion: The certification must be completed, signed, and returned with the offeror's bid, quotation, or proposal. Failure to provide this certification will render the offer ineligible for award.

This form is mandatory for all offerors. Bidders must carefully review the subcontracting limitations applicable to the specific contract type (services, general construction, or special trade construction) and complete this certification accurately. Failure to submit a completed and signed certificate will result in the offer being deemed ineligible for award.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Master Construction Specifications" compilation for the "HFC and Whole Health in OPC" project (Project Number 258A5-25-509) at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center. It details requirements across various construction divisions, including General Requirements, Existing Conditions (Demolition), Metals, Wood/Plastics/Composites, Openings, Finishes, Specialties, Fire Suppression, Plumbing, Electrical, Communications, and Electronic Safety and Security.

Key areas covered include:

• General Construction: Safety, submittals, security, operations, disposal, as-built drawings, demolition.
• Materials & Finishes: Cold-formed metal framing, rough and finish carpentry, sheathing, hollow metal and wood doors, hardware, glazing, subsurface preparation, tiling, acoustical ceilings, painting.
• Specialties: Signage, wall/door protection, accessories, lockers.
• Systems: Wet-pipe sprinkler systems, plumbing fixtures, HVAC components, electrical installations (medium/low voltage, raceways, lighting controls), communications infrastructure, and electronic safety/security systems.
• Electronic Safety & Security: Detailed specifications for conductors, cables (UTP, fiber optic, coaxial), conduits, grounding, electronic components, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), video surveillance (cameras, recorders), emergency call systems, and commissioning processes.
• Telecommunications: Wiring, connectors, cabinets, enclosures, and raceway systems for communications infrastructure.
• Fire Detection & Alarm: Requirements for fire alarm systems, components, installation, and testing.

This comprehensive specification document is critical for bidders to understand the detailed technical requirements, materials, installation methods, quality assurance, and testing procedures for all aspects of the "HFC and Whole Health in OPC" construction project. Bidders must thoroughly review these specifications to ensure their proposals and execution plans comply fully, particularly concerning electronic safety, security, and telecommunications systems where specific standards (UL, NEC, NFPA, ASTM, TIA/EIA) and performance criteria are outlined. Adherence to these detailed requirements is essential to avoid errors, delays, and potential cost overruns, with more stringent requirements taking precedence in case of conflicts.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "General Decision Number" (NY20260110) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades in Genesee County, New York, for building construction projects (excluding single-family homes up to four stories). The decision is dated January 2, 2026, and supersedes a previous decision (NY20250110).

It lists specific trades such as Tile Setter, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Carpenter, Electrician, Ironworker, Painter, Pipefitter, Plumber, Roofer, Bricklayer, Glazier, Installer: Metal Studs, Insulator, Laborer, Millwright, and various Operators (Backhoe, Bobcat, Crane, Forklift). Each trade has a listed hourly rate and fringe benefit amount.

The document also includes important notes regarding Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing a Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors). It outlines the applicability and requirements of these EOs, including paid sick leave accrual and minimum wage rates for covered workers.

Additionally, it details the process for appealing wage determination decisions, including who to contact for survey-related matters and conformance decisions, and how to request review and reconsideration.

This document is crucial for bidders on federal construction projects in Genesee County, New York. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the project. Bidders must use this information to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws, including paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements mandated by Executive Orders.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice for Project 528A5-25-509 at the Canandaigua VAMC. The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to solicit proposals for the construction and build-out of a new Health Fitness Center (HFC) and Whole Health (WH) Clinic. The work will be performed at the Canandaigua, NY VA Medical Center.

The project involves constructing partitions for offices and spaces, associated carpentry (doors, finishes, ceilings), and mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and security systems. Specific tasks include:

• Construction of 3 offices and 1 bathroom.

• Construction of a locker room, workout room, and group room with rubber gym flooring.

• Installation of security and access control systems.

• Lighting and ceiling fan installation/removal.

• Modifications to ductwork, thermostats, fire alarm, and sprinkler systems.

• Area signage and provision of select furnishings. The existing shell space is newly constructed. Work is generally expected during normal business hours, but off-hours work may be required for system shutdowns or tasks impacting patient care. Some work may occur in patient care areas requiring additional precautions.

• The magnitude of the project is estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• Bid bonding will be required.

• The solicitation is anticipated to be posted on or about February 16, 2026.

• Award is anticipated around March 2026.

• Solicitation materials (specifications, drawings, forms) will be available electronically on www.sam.gov on or about February 2026.

• Bids will be accepted electronically only.

• All correspondence and inquiries should be sent via email to the Contracting Officer.

• Bidders are responsible for obtaining and acknowledging all amendments.

• This procurement is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a size standard of $45.0M.

• The full solicitation, including SOW details, will be released on SAM.gov.

• Amendments will be posted on SAM.gov; no paper copies will be mailed.