Y1LZ--531-22-103 | Add Parking on Parade Grounds | Boise VA Medical Center

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies solicitation 36C26026R0046. Key changes include:

• Second Site Visit: A second site visit is scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 8:00 AM MT. The meeting point is Boise VAMC Building 50 Conference Room.
• Proposal Due Date Time Zone Update: The time zone for the proposal due date of March 16, 2026, has been updated to 12:00 PM MDT. Any previous references to 12:00 PM MST are superseded by this change.
• Site Walk Sign-In Sheet: The sign-in sheet from the site walk on February 18, 2026, has been published and is attached (Site Walk Sign In Sheet 531-22-103 AddParking on Parade Grounds 02.18.2026.pdf).

• The hour and date for receipt of offers has been extended.

• The hour and date for receipt of offers is extended to March 16, 2026, 12:00 PM MDT.

• There is no change to the RFI due date/time.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a sign-in sheet for a pre-bid site visit and conference related to the opportunity "531-22-103 Add Parking on Parade Grounds, Boise VAMC". It records the attendees, their companies, contact information, and their role (Government, Contractor, Subcontractor).

• Date and Time of Visit: 18 February 2026 at 08:00 AM MT
• Project Identifier: 531-22-103 Add Parking on Parade Grounds, Boise VAMC
• Columns for: Name, Company, Email, Phone, and Role
• Listed attendees represent various companies, including contractors and subcontractors in fields such as electrical, striping, excavation, and general construction.

This document provides a list of companies and individuals who attended the pre-bid site visit. This information can be useful for potential bidders to identify other interested parties, potential partners, or competitors in the market for this opportunity.

Statement of Work (SOW)

The objective of this project is to construct a new surface asphalt parking lot on the main parade grounds at the Boise, Idaho VA Medical Center (BVAMC). This lot will accommodate approximately 125 vehicles and is intended to serve patients from an adjacent primary care building (B.127) scheduled for completion in Spring 2026.

The contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision necessary to construct the parking lot. This includes subsurface storm drainage infrastructure, sidewalks, curbing, electrical work, and finished landscaping. The work must strictly adhere to the contract Drawings and Specifications.

• The Boise VA Medical Center is a Hospital First; construction activities are secondary and may be restricted to outside normal business hours, curtailed, or delayed if they interfere with medical center operations.

• Restrictions may be imposed on activities that cause noise pollution, noxious fumes, or vibrations, even if below OSHA limits.

• Construction safety, infection control, and site security are prime requirements.

• The COR will monitor contractor performance and certify work completion.

• Weekly Safety and Interim Life Safety inspections, along with Environmental inspections, will be conducted by the COR.

• Periodic inspections of the work will be performed as detailed in the Specifications.

• Place of Performance: Boise VA Medical Center, 500 W. Fort Street, Boise, ID 83702.

• Period of Performance: Work can only take place between March and November, regardless of the award date. Refer to specification section 01 32 16.15 for contract schedule details.

• Testing: Contractor is responsible for all testing and laboratory services as per Drawings and Specifications.

• Disposal: Contractor is responsible for the correct disposal of all materials. Details on waste streams and facilities will be provided.

• Coordination: Contractor shall coordinate with the COR for any questions, concerns, or disruptions to BVAMC functions.

• Security: Contractor shall only access areas directly associated with the work and not enter patient care areas. Construction site security must be provided as identified in Specifications or Drawings.

• Government-Furnished Information (GFI): Includes this SOW, contract Drawings, and contract Specifications. No Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) is provided.

• Packaging, Packing and Shipping: Deliveries must be addressed to the Contractor. The Medical Center will not be responsible for Contractor goods or materials. Contractor is responsible for receipt, offloading, and storage.

• Inspection and Acceptance: COR certifies work is performed to time and standard.

• Risk Control: Refer to division 01 specifications for safety, risk, and infection control guidelines.

• Quality Control: Contractor is responsible for their own quality control, as per specification 01 45 00.

• Follow-on Work: This is the first and only phase; no follow-on work is scheduled or planned.

• Conflicts of Interest: No known potential conflicts of interest.

• Non-Disclosure: Contractor shall not have access to sensitive and/or proprietary information.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Exhibit A, a Past Performance Reference Form, for VA Solicitation No. 36C26026R0046, concerning BVAMC Project No. 531-22-103, "Add Parking on Parade Grounds." It is intended for offerors who do not have past performance information available in government databases (like CPARS) or otherwise.

• Company Information: Name, Street Address, City, State, Zip Code.
• Point of Contact (POC): Name, Phone Number, Email.
• Project Details: Reference Project Title, Contract Period of Performance (start to finish), Contract Number, Contract Dollar Value, Description of Work.
• Contractor Role: Options to check if the contractor was a Prime Contractor, Sub-contractor, or Key Personnel on the referenced project.

Offerors must complete this form for each project they wish to use to demonstrate past performance if that performance is not otherwise documented in government systems. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may result in the project being considered an invalid response for evaluation purposes. This form is crucial for bidders to substantiate their relevant experience.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determination, specifically for highway construction projects in Ada County, Idaho. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various labor classifications.

• General Decision Number: ID20260090, dated 01/02/2026.
• Superseded GDN: ID20250090.
• Location: Ada County, Idaho.
• Construction Type: Highway.
• Classifications and Rates: Includes rates for Power Equipment Operators (Bulldozer), Laborers (Pipelayer, Asphalt, Common/General, Grade Checker, Mason Tender), various Operators (Backhoe, Bobcat, Broom/Sweeper, Crane, Forklift, Grader/Blade, Loader, Mechanic, Oiler, Paver, Roller, Rotomill, Screed), Highway/Parking Lot Striping (Painter), Truck Drivers (Dump, Lowboy, Oil Distributor, Water), and Traffic Control (Flagger).
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors, with specific details on requirements and effective dates.
• Rate Identifiers: Explains the meaning of "SU", "UAVG", and "SA" identifiers for union, union average, and state-adopted rates.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for laborers and mechanics employed on federal construction projects in the specified area. It directly impacts labor costs and proposal pricing. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these determined rates.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 2, titled "CD Specifications," and contains construction documents related to the "ADD PARKING ON PARADE GROUNDS" project at the Boise VA Medical Center. It details the specifications for the project.

The document is a comprehensive collection of construction specifications, organized into divisions and sections. It covers a wide range of topics including:

• General Requirements: Safety, project schedules, quality control, operations, site security, and environmental controls.
• Existing Conditions: Demolition.
• Exterior Improvements: Paving, planting, and irrigation.
• Electrical: Requirements for electrical installations, low-voltage power, grounding, and exterior lighting.
• Earthwork: Site preparation, excavation, fill, backfill, grading, and soil disposal.
• Concrete: Materials, mixes, forms, placement, finishing, and curing for exterior concrete.
• Pavement Markings: Traffic lanes, parking bays, crosswalks, and other pavement markings.
• Signage: Interior and exterior signage specifications.
• Subsurface Preparation: For floor finishes.
• Storm Sewer Utilities: Construction of underground storm sewer systems.
• Planting: Plants, soils, edging, turf, and landscape materials.
• Geotechnical Engineering Report: Includes site description, seismic evaluation, foundation recommendations, and earthwork considerations.

This document provides detailed technical specifications and requirements that bidders must adhere to when preparing their proposals and executing the work. It outlines the materials, methods, quality control, safety, and environmental standards that will govern the construction of the "ADD PARKING ON PARADE GROUNDS" project. Understanding these specifications is crucial for accurate bidding and successful project execution.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for construction services to add a new parking lot on the parade grounds of the Boise VA Medical Center (BVAMC). The project involves site grading, paving, landscaping, and storm drainage infrastructure. The estimated magnitude of this project is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• Construction services for a new parking lot.

• Includes site grading, paving, landscaping, and storm drainage.

• Must adhere to the Scope of Work (SOW), Specifications, and Drawings.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: 182 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically by 12:00 PM MST on March 16, 2026, to melissa.howard2@va.gov and stephen.slaby@va.gov.

• Evaluation Method: Best Value tradeoff process.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Expertise (significantly more important than Past Performance), Past Performance, and Price (least important).

• Site Visit: February 18, 2026, at 8:00 AM MST at Boise VAMC.

• Questions Due: February 25, 2026, by 12:00 PM MST.

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

• NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction) with a size standard of $45 million.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required.

• A Bid Guarantee (SF 24) is required with the proposal.

• Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination for Ada County, Boise, Idaho applies.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice for an upcoming competitive solicitation for a construction project at the Boise VA Medical Center. The project involves constructing a new surface parking lot on the main parade grounds to accommodate approximately 125 vehicles. This lot will primarily serve patients from an adjacent primary care building (B.127), which is planned for completion in Spring 2026.

• Construction of a new surface parking lot.

• Capacity for approximately 125 vehicles.

• Location: South side of North VA Loop Road, between the Federal Building entrance and the sidewalk across from Building 43.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Magnitude: Estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• Award Basis: Best value determination.

• Bid Bond: Required, at least 20% of bid price, not to exceed $3 million.

• Solicitation Type: Request for Proposals (RFP) under FAR part 15 procedures.

• Anticipated RFP Post Date: January 30, 2026.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: January 30, 2026, 12:00 PM Mountain Time, Denver, USA.

• Offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and monitoring SAM.gov for amendments.

• All required information must be submitted by the deadline.

• Late and incomplete offers may not be considered.

• An organized site visit is anticipated.

• Set-Aside: 100% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• SDVOSB firms must be certified by the Small Business Administration.

• NAICS Code: 237310 (Road, Highway, and Street Construction).

• Size Standard: $45 million.

• Contact for inquiries: Madeline Small (Madeline.Small@va.gov).

• Full solicitation documents, including specifications and drawings, will be available on SAM.gov on the date of issue.