Y1DZ--675-106 Expand Radiology & Oncology Minor Construction - Lake Nona
Overview
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PSC
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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 PCAC (36C776) office, is soliciting proposals for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for Minor Construction Project #675-106: Expand Radiology & Oncology at the Orlando VA Medical Center in Lake Nona, FL. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The project involves significant construction and alteration work. Proposals are due by March 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The project entails site preparation, demolition, and construction/alterations to expand the Radiology and Oncology facilities. This includes civil, structural, fire suppression, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work. The scope covers general construction, alterations, and specialized systems, with detailed specifications across 34 divisions. Key elements include phased execution to maintain continuous medical center operations, specific motor requirements for HVAC and steam generation equipment, and adherence to stringent safety, infection control (PCRA/ICRA), and environmental standards. The project also includes base work with optional deduct items for MRI scan room build-out and renovation of existing Radiology areas.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Approximately 450 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $10,000,000 and $20,000,000.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a $45.0 million size standard.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted via email to Shawn.Tavernia@va.gov (cc: Bridget.May@va.gov) by March 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Submissions require three volumes: Volume I (Past Performance), Volume II (Price), and Volume III (Administrative Information). Evaluation will use a best value tradeoff process, assessing recency, relevancy, and quality of past performance, along with price. A Bid Guarantee (SF 24) of not less than 20% of the proposal price (not to exceed $3,000,000) is required, as are Payment and Performance Bonds (SF 25A and SF 25).
Important Notes
- A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET at the Orlando VA Medical Center. Instructions are in Attachment 8.
- Technical questions are due by March 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST via email.
- Specific brand-name items (e.g., Lenel Ongaurd, PELCO, Rauland-Borg Responder 5) are justified for standardization and compatibility with existing systems.
- Bidders must comply with Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates for Orange County, FL (Attachment 6).
- Limitations on Subcontracting (Attachment 7) require the prime contractor to perform at least 15% of the cost of the contract, excluding materials, for general construction.
- Offerors must be SBA-certified SDVOSBs at the time of proposal submission and award.
- Required attachments include Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ), Project Information Sheet, and Division Cost Breakdown (Attachments 9, 10, 11).
Primary Contact: Shawn Tavernia, Contract Specialist, Shawn.Tavernia@va.gov, 216-447-8321.