Y1DZ | 586-22-102 | Renovate PC Blue for PACT - Women's Health Clinic | SOLICITATION- AMEND 003

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003) to the solicitation addresses several key areas:

• RFI Responses: Provides responses to contractor inquiries.

• New Attachments: Introduces several new attachments:

  • Specification Section 09 67 23 20
  • Updated Drawing E200
  • Updated Drawing E205
  • Updated Drawing E301
  • Asbestos and Hazardous Materials Report
  • ACM Drawings

• Specifications: Section 09 67 23 20 has been added.

• Drawings: E200, E205, and E301 have been updated.

• Reports: Asbestos and Hazardous Materials Report and ACM Drawings have been added.

• The deadline for receipt of offers has been extended to January 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "BASEMENT PARTIAL REFERENCE PLAN" (Drawing E200) for the "RENOVATION OF PC BLUE FOR WOMENS HEALTH" project. It provides a detailed floor plan of the basement level, indicating room layouts, labels, and general configurations.

• Floor plan of the basement level.
• Labels for various rooms and areas, including "Sub Wait Blood Draw Infusion Suite," "Mixing Vestibule," "Ante Room," "Janitor," "Physician Office," "Library," "Pharmacy," "Nurse Station," "Meds. Rm.," "Staff Lounge," and more.
• Indicates electrical, A/V, and medical gas storage areas.
• Includes a scale of 1" = 20'-0".
• Lists project information such as Project Number, Building Number, Drawing Number, Project Title, Location, and Issue Date.
• Shows revision history with dates and descriptions (e.g., "50% Resubdivision," "75% Review," "100% SUBMISSION," "RESPONSES TO RFI'S").

This plan is crucial for bidders to understand the existing layout and spatial organization of the basement area where the renovation will take place. It helps in visualizing the scope of work, identifying specific areas for renovation, and understanding the context of other project documents such as the SOW or PWS.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains floor plans for the Main Building, Clinical Addition, and I-Building at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. The plans identify various flooring materials and their asbestos (ACM) or non-asbestos (Non-ACM) status across different areas and floors (Sub-basement, Basement, 1st Floor, 2nd Floor, and 3rd Floor).

• Floor Plans: Detailed layouts of each floor, indicating specific rooms and corridors.
• Material Legend: A key that associates numbered or coded flooring types (e.g., tile, carpet, wood plank, concrete) with their ACM status.
• Revisions and Notes: Includes revision history, project information, and specific notes regarding asbestos testing and new construction areas.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the existing conditions related to flooring materials, particularly concerning asbestos-containing materials (ACM). It will inform potential bidders about the scope of work, potential hazards, and requirements for any renovation, abatement, or construction activities associated with this opportunity. Bidders should use this to assess the complexity and specific requirements of the project.

Specification

This document specifies "Resinous (Epoxy Base) with Vinyl Chip Broadcast (RES-2)" flooring systems. It details the requirements for the application of this type of flooring, likely for use in areas requiring durable, chemical-resistant, and easily cleanable surfaces.

• System Description: A monolithic, multi-component epoxy chemistry resinous flooring system with broadcast vinyl chip flakes, with an overall thickness of 2-3mm.

• Components: Includes a primer with broadcast quartz aggregates, a pigmented epoxy undercoat (body coat) with vinyl chip flake broadcast, and a two-coat epoxy sealer.

• Cove Base: An integral ½ inch radius epoxy mortar cove base is specified.

• Performance Standards: Requires specific tensile strength, VOC limits, permeance, tensile modulus, percent elongation, cure rate, and bond strength.

• Chemical Resistance: The system is tested for resistance to various household chemicals, including acetic acid, hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, and motor oil, with no effect noted.

• Warranty: A minimum three-year warranty covering both material and workmanship is required from the manufacturer and applicator.

• Submittals: Requires manufacturer's literature, product data, installation instructions, maintenance instructions, installer qualification data, sustainable submittals (recycled content, VOC content), samples of color and texture, and shop drawings.

• Mockups: Mockups are required for projects over 5,000 sq ft or where specific details are critical.

• Pre-Installation Conference: A meeting is required at least 30 days prior to starting work to review environmental requirements, substrate condition, materials, personnel, equipment, design, patterns, edge conditions, and coordination with other trades.

• Installer Qualifications: Installers must be experienced, certified by the manufacturer, and have completed at least ten projects of similar size and complexity.

• The specification references numerous ASTM standards for testing and compliance.

• Environmental limitations for temperature, humidity, and substrate conditions are detailed.

• Preparation of concrete substrates includes shot-blasting and moisture vapor emission testing (ASTM F1869 and F2170).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains updated electrical plans for the "New Electrical Plans - Mech. Penthouse" for the "Renovation of PC Blue for Womens Health" project. It is labeled as "Updated Drawing E205.pdf" and represents a "Final Submission."

• The drawing includes three views: "New Lighting Plan - Mech Penthouse," "New Power Plan - Mech Penthouse," and "New Power Plan - Mech Penthouse Roof Above."
• It details electrical layouts, including lighting fixtures, power outlets, and connections for mechanical equipment such as Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Notes indicate coordination requirements with door vendors and mechanical teams for specific component locations.

This drawing provides critical technical details for any bidder involved in the electrical or renovation aspects of the "Renovation of PC Blue for Womens Health" project. It specifies the updated electrical infrastructure and layout, which will be essential for accurate bidding, proposal development, and project execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Updated Drawing E301.pdf", contains panelboard schedules and a luminaire schedule. It provides detailed electrical load information for various panelboards and specifications for lighting fixtures.

Panelboard Schedules:

• Panelboards listed: LH1M, LS1M, LL1M(1), LQ1M, LC1M.
• Details provided for each panelboard: Bus rating, voltage, phase, wire count, AIC rating, main breaker size, mounting type, location, and circuit breaker details (circuit number, breaker size, description, feeder load per phase).
• Connected loads per phase are calculated for each panelboard.

Luminaire Schedule:

• Fixtures listed: C1 (LED Recessed Ceiling), F1, F2, F3 (LED Recessed Lay-in Flat Panel), L1 (LED Surface Ceiling Wrap), M1 (LED Wall Mount Vanity), X1 (LED Exit Sign - Single Faced), X2 (LED Exit Sign - Double Faced).
• Details provided for each fixture: Mark, lamps, mounting, description, manufacturer, and model number or approved equal.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the electrical infrastructure and lighting requirements for the project. It details the power distribution and specific lighting components, which will inform material selection, installation planning, and cost estimation for electrical and lighting scopes of work.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document details the requirements for a 6-month asbestos surveillance at the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Jackson, Mississippi. The primary goal is to visually inspect the condition of all friable asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and previously identified damaged non-friable asbestos that may have become friable, in accordance with AHERA regulations.

• Conduct visual inspections of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) within the main hospital and the R&E Building.

• Assess the condition of both friable and non-friable ACM.

• Utilize asbestos assessment sheets to locate and document ACM.

• A surveillance sheet detailing inspection dates and material conditions is to be attached.

• The surveillance was conducted in April 2025.

• The inspection took place at the Jackson, Mississippi VAMC.

• The inspection was performed by a certified asbestos inspector and management planner.

• The contract was awarded by the Jackson, Mississippi Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center Safety Department.

• The inspection was conducted in accordance with AHERA regulations.

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (0002) extends the proposal due date for Solicitation 36C25626R0012.

• The hour and date specified for receipt of offers is extended to February 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.

• Item 11 (This item only applies to amendments of solicitations) has been updated to reflect the extended due date.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to February 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the new hour and date specified.

• RFIs will be posted on an upcoming amendment.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (MS20250051) dated 12/12/2025, which supersedes MS20240051. It provides prevailing wage rates for building construction projects in Hinds County, Mississippi. The document lists various construction trades and their corresponding hourly wage and fringe benefit rates. It also includes information on Executive Order (EO) 13706 regarding paid sick leave for federal contractors and outlines the process for appealing wage determinations.

This document is relevant to bidders as it establishes the minimum wage rates that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act. Bidders must consider these wage requirements when developing their proposals and estimating project costs to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 36C25626R0012 modifies the original solicitation dated 12-12-2025.

Key changes include:

• Updated DOL Wage Determination: The Department of Labor Wage Determination has been updated to 12-12-2025 and is available in the attachments section.

• Added Site Visit Sign In Sheet: A sign-in sheet for the site visit is now included in the attachments.

• Extended RFP Due Date: The due date for the Request for Proposal (RFP) has been extended to January 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST/Local Time.

• Added Specifications: Specifications Volume I and II have been added and are available in the attachments section.

• The due date for receipt of offers is extended.

• Attachments section now includes DOL Wage Determination, Site Visit Sign In Sheet, and Specifications Volume I & II.

• The proposal submission deadline is extended to January 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST/Local Time.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• Responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) will be provided in a future amendment.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a sign-in sheet from a pre-quote conference and site visit held on December 16, 2025, at 10 AM local time. The event was for the "RENOVATE PC BLUE PACT WOMEN'S HEALTH CLINIC" opportunity, identified by solicitation number 586-22-102 and control number 36C25626R0012.

The sign-in sheet lists attendees from various companies, including their names, company affiliations, whether they are a prime contractor or subcontractor, phone numbers, and email addresses. This information is relevant to bidders as it indicates potential competitors and partners who attended the pre-quote conference, providing insights into market interest and potential teaming opportunities.

Specifications

This document contains specifications for various systems and components, including:

• HVAC Systems:
  • Common Work Results for HVAC (Section 23 05 11)
  • General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam Generation Equipment (Section 23 05 12)
  • Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and Equipment (Section 23 05 41)
  • Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC (Section 23 05 93)
  • Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC (Section 23 09 23)
  • Hydronic Piping (Section 23 21 13)
  • HVAC Ducts and Casings (Section 23 31 00)
  • HVAC Air Cleaning Devices (Section 23 40 00)
  • Indoor Central-Station Air-Handling Units (Section 23 73 00)
  • HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation (Section 23 07 11)
• Electrical Systems:
  • Requirements for Electrical Installations (Section 26 05 11)
  • Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables (Section 26 05 19)
  • Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems (Section 26 05 26)
  • Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems (Section 26 05 33)
  • Panelboards (Section 26 24 16)
  • Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers (Section 26 29 21)
  • Facility Lightning Protection (Section 26 41 00)
  • Interior Lighting (Section 26 51 00)
• Communications Systems:
  • Requirements for Communications Installations (Section 27 05 11)
  • Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems (Section 27 05 26)
  • Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems (Section 27 05 33)
  • Structured Cabling (Section 27 15 00)
  • Intercommunications and Program Systems (Section 27 51 23)
  • Nurse Call and Code Blue Systems (Section 27 52 23)
  • Commissioning of Communications Systems (Section 27 08 00)
• Electronic Safety and Security Systems:
  • Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security (Section 28 05 00)
  • Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and Security (Section 28 05 13)
  • Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and Security (Section 28 05 26)
  • Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and Security (Section 28 05 28.33)
  • Fire Detection and Alarm (Section 28 31 00)
  • Video Surveillance (Section 28 23 00)
  • Commissioning of Electronic Safety and Security Systems (Section 28 08 00)

This document appears to be a compilation of various specification sections, likely for a construction project. It details requirements for materials, installation, testing, and other aspects of multiple building systems.

Specifications

This document contains the specifications for the "Renovation of PC Blue for PACT" project, identified by Project No. 586-22-102. It is Volume 1 of the Final Submission Specifications, dated February 20, 2025.

The Table of Contents outlines various divisions and sections related to the project, including:

• Division 00 - Special Sections: List of Drawing Sheets.
• Division 01 - General Requirements: Covers general requirements, safety, statement of bid items, specifications and drawings, construction security, operations and storage areas, alterations, disposal and retention, restoration, as-built drawings, warranty management, use of roadways, temporary use of mechanical and electrical equipment, temporary toilets, availability and use of utility services, new telephone equipment, and tests.
• Division 02 - Existing Conditions: Demolition.
• Division 03 - Concrete: Cast-in-place concrete.
• Division 04 - Masonry: Unit masonry.
• Division 05 - Metals: Structural steel framing, steel decking, cold-formed metal framing, metal fabrications.
• Division 06 - Wood, Plastics and Composites: Rough carpentry, finish carpentry.
• Division 07 - Thermal and Moisture Protection: Sheet waterproofing, thermal insulation, roof and deck insulation, roofing and siding panels, thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) roofing, flashing and sheet metal, roof specialties, applied fireproofing, firestopping.
• Division 08 - Openings: Hollow metal doors and frames, interior wood doors, access doors and frames, coiling doors and grilles, interior sliding wood sound control door assemblies, glazing.
• Division 09 - Finishes: Subsurface preparation for floor finishes, non-structural metal framing, gypsum board, ceramic/porcelain tiling, resilient tile flooring, acoustical ceilings, painting.
• Division 10 - Specialties: Signage, cubicle curtain tracks, wall and door protection, toilet, bath, and laundry accessories, fire extinguisher cabinets, metal lockers.
• Division 11 - Equipment: General motor requirements for equipment, ceiling mounted patient lift system.
• Division 12 - Furnishings: Window shades.
• Division 13 - Special Construction: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 14 - Conveying Equipment: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 21 - Fire Suppression: Commissioning of fire suppression system, wet-pipe sprinkler systems.
• Division 22 - Plumbing: Common work results for plumbing, general-duty valves, plumbing insulation, commissioning of plumbing systems, facility water distribution, facility sanitary and vent piping, plumbing fixtures, gas systems for laboratory and healthcare facilities.
• Division 23 - Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC): Common work results for HVAC, general motor requirements for HVAC and steam generation equipment, noise and vibration control, testing, adjusting, and balancing for HVAC, HVAC and boiler plant insulation, commissioning of HVAC systems, direct-digital control system for HVAC, hydronic piping, HVAC ducts and casings, HVAC fans, air terminal units, air outlets and inlets, HVAC air cleaning devices, indoor central-station air-handling units, air coils, humidity control equipment.
• Division 25 - Integrated Automation: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 26 - Electrical: Requirements for electrical installations, low-voltage electrical power conductors and cables, grounding and bonding, raceway and boxes, commissioning of electrical systems, low-voltage transformers, panelboards, enclosed switches and circuit breakers, facility lightning protection, interior lighting.
• Division 27 - Communications: Requirements for communications installations, grounding and bonding, raceways and boxes, commissioning of communications systems, communications structured cabling, intercommunications and program systems, nurse call and code blue systems.
• Division 28 - Electronic Safety and Security: Common work results, conductors and cables, grounding and bonding, commissioning of electronic safety and security systems, video surveillance, fire detection and alarm.
• Division 31 - Earthwork: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 32 - Exterior Improvements: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 33 - Utilities: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 34 - Transportation: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 48 - Electrical Power Generation: (No specific sections listed).

This document is a comprehensive set of specifications detailing the requirements for various aspects of the "Renovation of PC Blue for PACT" project. It covers materials, installation procedures, quality assurance, and testing for a wide range of building components and systems.

This document is part of the "Renovation of PC Blue for PACT" project, Project No. 586-22-102, for the G.V. Sonny Montgomery Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Jackson, MS.

Submittals are required for various sections, including shop drawings, product data, and samples. Manufacturer's literature and data, certificates, and installer qualifications are also required.

Not applicable to this document.

This document serves as the detailed specifications for the project, outlining all requirements for materials, installation, and quality control.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This project aims to completely renovate approximately 6,850 square feet of the Primary Care Blue Clinic at the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS, to establish the new PACT Women's Health Clinic. The renovation will modernize and enhance the clinic's efficiency, improving access, quality of care, and staff environments.

• Complete renovation of the existing PC Blue Women's Clinic area.

• Removal and consolidation of existing air handling equipment servicing the clinic and basement area into a single unit with upgraded HVAC controls.

• Replacement of heating and domestic hot water distribution systems.

• Upsizing of hydronic lines and pumps to support new air handling units.

• Installation of a small penthouse above Radiology/Oncology to house relocated equipment.

• Installation of temporary partitions, door, and protective measures for dust control and acoustical separation.

• Temporary modifications or relocation of existing life safety systems (exits, sprinklers, alarms).

• Demolition of existing construction within the project footprint and safe removal/disposal of debris.

• Installation of new partition systems, ceiling systems, and all plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems.

• Phasing of work to minimize disruption to adjacent areas.

• Installation of all architectural finishes and built-in equipment.

• Final cleaning and removal of temporary systems, with repair/restoration of any damaged existing finishes.

• Final testing, training, and demonstration of new systems.

• Modifications to existing HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and special systems.

• The A/E will provide 3rd party mechanical system design and construction energy commissioning (Cx) services.

• Deliverables include an issues log and intermediate/final Cx reports.

• Project construction period of performance: 540 days from the issuance of a notice to proceed.

• Location: G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center, Jackson, MS.

• Adherence to specified design criteria, including NFPA 101, IBC 2015, ANSI A17.1 2016, ADA 2010, NEC, VA Standards for Construction TIL, Code of Federal Regulations, International Plumbing Code, and Mississippi state codes.

• Awareness of potential asbestos-containing materials; the VA has assessed exposed surfaces and insulation as non-asbestos, but caution is advised when breaching walls, ceilings, or hidden areas. Any encountered asbestos will be handled as a change order.

• Contractor personnel require VA-issued identification cards and must be TB negative.

• Compliance with all applicable records management laws and regulations (Federal Records Act, NARA, Privacy Act, FOIA).

• Contractor personnel must sign VA Form 10-0708 "Employee Clearance from Indebtedness."

• Subcontractors must acknowledge and comply with all contract terms and conditions.

• Observed holidays include federal holidays and any day declared by the federal government.

• Bi-weekly progress meetings are required, with minutes to be distributed within 72 hours of the meeting.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the complete renovation of approximately 6,850 square feet of the Primary Care Blue Clinic at the G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS. The project is a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).

• Renovation of the Primary Care Blue Clinic.

• Contractor shall adhere to the attached US Department of Labor Wage Determinations MS20250051.

• Bid Bond, Payment Bond, and Performance Bonds are required.

• The SDVOSB must perform a minimum of 15% of the construction work.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: 540 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Magnitude: $5,000,000.00 to $10,000,000.00.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: January 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to Lisa.Peace@va.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Past Performance is significantly more important than Price. A Past Performance-Price Tradeoff will be used.

• Discussions: The government intends to award without discussions, but reserves the right to hold them.

• Site Visit: December 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM CDT at the GVSMVAMC Engineering Office.

• Inquiries Deadline: December 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT via email to Lisa.Peace@va.gov.

• This procurement is a total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Offerors must be actively registered in SAM and be SDVOSB certified at the time offers are due.

• SDVOSB contractors must be certified by the SBA with the assigned NAICS code (236220) to receive contract award.

• NAICS Code: 236220 with a small business size standard of $45 Million.

• Bid Bond is required (20% of bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less).

• Offerors must provide a detailed summary of their three most recent, substantially complete (>90%) projects demonstrating experience in interior hospital construction.

• Proposals consist of two volumes: Volume I - Past Performance and Volume II - Price, Solicitation, Offer & Award Documents.

• Email submission size limitation is 15MB per email. Each volume must be a single attachment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "Index of Drawings" for the "Renovation of PC Blue for PACT" project at the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VAMC in Jackson, MS. It serves as a table of contents for all architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical drawings associated with the project.

• Lists all drawing numbers and their corresponding titles.
• Organizes drawings by discipline (Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical).
• Includes cover sheets, index, general notes, and specific system plans.

This index is crucial for bidders to understand the full scope of the project documentation. It allows them to quickly locate specific drawings related to any aspect of the renovation, ensuring they have access to all necessary information for accurate bidding and project execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 24 (Rev. 10/2023), a Bid Bond. It is used when a bid guaranty is required for a solicitation. The form ensures that the Principal (the bidder) and their Surety(ies) are bound to the United States Government for the penal sum of the bond.

• Principal Information: Legal name and business address of the bidder.
• Surety Information: Name and business address of the surety or sureties providing the bond.
• Penal Sum of Bond: The amount of the bond, which can be expressed as a percentage of the bid price or a specific dollar amount.
• Bid Identification: Details related to the specific bid, including Bid Date and Invitation Number.
• Obligation: Outlines the commitment of the Principal and Surety(ies) to the Government.
• Conditions: Specifies when the obligation is void (e.g., if the Principal executes further contractual documents and provides required bonds after bid acceptance).
• Signatures: Sections for the Principal, Individual Surety(ies), and Corporate Surety(ies) to sign and affix seals.

Bidders are required to complete and submit this form if a bid bond is specified in the solicitation. It guarantees that if their bid is accepted, they will enter into a contract and provide any further required bonds. Failure to do so may result in the Government procuring the work at a higher cost, for which the bidder and surety would be liable up to the penal sum of the bond. The form requires specific information about the bidder, the surety, and the bond amount. Bidders must ensure all required fields are accurately completed and signed by authorized representatives and approved sureties.