Y1NB--Construction of New Boiler Plant
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 VHA Network Contracting Office 5 (NCO 5) is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify qualified vendors for the construction of a new boiler plant at the Hershel Woody Williams VA Medical Center in Huntington, WV. This project is anticipated to be between $50,000,000.00 and $100,000,000.00. Responses are due by February 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks vendors to provide all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, transportation, supervision, coordination, and services for the construction of a new boiler plant. The proposed construction site has significant grade changes, requiring major site phasing.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Magnitude: $50,000,000.00 to $100,000,000.00
- NAICS: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors) with a size standard of $19 Million.
- Anticipated Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB). The acquisition strategy will be determined based on market research, with a preference for SDVOSB/VOSB if two or more eligible firms respond. Alternate set-asides or full and open competition may be considered if responses are inadequate.
- Response Due: February 11, 2026, by 4:00 PM EDT
- Published: February 3, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must respond in writing via email to rebecca.besten@va.gov. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. Responses should include:
- Company name and address
- Point of contact with email and phone number
- SAM Unique Entity ID (UEI) number
- Company Socio-Economic SIZE (e.g., large, small, SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB)
- Proposed NAICS code or PSC (if different from 238220)
- Capabilities statement, including experience with contracts of similar scope and magnitude
- Brief explanation of how the company will comply with limitations on subcontracting (if applicable)
Purpose
This notice is for market research only and does not constitute a request for proposal. The Government will use responses to determine the acquisition strategy and potential set-aside requirements for a future solicitation.