Y1DZ--519-371 Construct New CLC Phase III Minor Construction - Big Spring, TX VAMC
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), specifically the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC), anticipates soliciting bids for a firm-fixed-price contract for the design-bid-build construction of a new Community Living Center (CLC Phase III) at the West Texas VA Healthcare System in Big Spring, TX. This opportunity is a Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. The solicitation is expected to be issued in mid-March 2026, with a response date of February 27, 2026, for the presolicitation notice.
Scope of Work
The selected general contractor will be responsible for completely preparing the site for building operations, which includes the demolition and removal of existing structures. Following site preparation, the contractor will furnish all necessary labor and materials to construct a new Community Living Center (Building 28) as detailed in the provided drawings and specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Single firm-fixed-price contract
- Period of Performance: Approximately 550 calendar days from the issuance of the notice to proceed.
- Estimated Value: Between $10,000,000 and $20,000,000 (in accordance with VAAR 836.204).
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offers from non-SDVOSB concerns will not be considered.
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a size standard of $45.0 million.
- Solicitation Release: Anticipated mid-March 2026.
- Presolicitation Response Date: February 27, 2026, 18:00:00Z.
- Published Date: February 13, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
The solicitation will be issued as an Invitation for Bids (IFB), conducted under FAR Part 14. Evaluation will proceed according to the procedures outlined in the solicitation. This notice is a presolicitation and not a request for competitive offers. All questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted in writing via email to Samuel.Cornwell@va.gov and Richelle.Gray@va.gov. Telephone calls will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
The place of performance is the West Texas VA Healthcare System, 300 W Veterans Blvd, Big Spring, TX 79720. The contracting office is PCAC (36C776).