Y1DZ | 586-22-104 | RENOVATE NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICE KITCHEN | SOLICATION NOTICE
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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 G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center (GVSMVAMC) in Jackson, MS, is soliciting proposals for the renovation of its Nutrition and Food Service Kitchen (Project 586-22-104). This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside for a Firm-Fixed-Price construction contract estimated between $5M and $10M. The project aims to modernize the kitchen, increase capacity, and meet current VA standards. Proposals are due March 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The project involves the complete renovation of approximately 12,000 square feet of the existing kitchen. This includes:
- Complete demolition of interior space, including walls and utilities.
- Installation of new plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems, walls, finishes, cabinetry, sinks, and equipment.
- Provision of a temporary leased or fabricated mobile kitchen to house operations (prep, tray assembly, dish washing, storage) during construction.
- Addition of office space for Nutrition & Food Service administrative staff.
- Installation of a new kitchen exhaust hood and grease trap.
- Adherence to all construction work without affecting medical center operations, and compliance with JCAHO, NFPA, OSHA, life safety, and various building codes.
- The renovated kitchen must serve 150 beds and hold a minimum of 14 days' food storage.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price construction contract.
- Magnitude: Estimated between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00.
- Period of Performance: 540 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed (estimated 18 months).
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14). At least 15% of personnel costs must be spent on SDVOSB employees.
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a $45 million size standard.
- Bonds: A bid bond must be submitted with the proposal. Performance and Payment bonds will be required from the awarded contractor.
- Wage Determinations: Compliance with US Department of Labor Wage Determinations MS20250051 for Hinds County, MS.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: March 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
- Inquiries Deadline: February 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST, via email to lisa.peace@va.gov.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to lisa.peace@va.gov.
- Evaluation: Based on a Past Performance-Price Tradeoff, with Past Performance being more important than price. The Government intends to award without discussions.
- Site Visit: Scheduled for February 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be SBA VetCert registered, SAM registered, and have completed online Representations and Certifications. Registration with the assigned NAICS code in VetCert is required. A 90-day proposal acceptance period is necessary.
Key Requirements & Notes
Contractor personnel will require VA-issued identification badges and a letter stating all workers are TB negative. Bi-weekly progress meetings are mandatory. Detailed drawings and specifications are provided, which are crucial for accurate bidding and compliance.