Project 546-22-110 - Construct a New Boiler Building and Controls in the Old Incinerator Area Expand/Move Graphic Control
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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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) is soliciting proposals for Project 546-22-110, involving the construction of a new boiler building and controls, and expansion/relocation of the graphic control system at the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center in Miami, FL. This is an unrestricted solicitation with proposals due by May 08, 2026, at 11:00 am EST.
Purpose & Scope
This project aims to renovate and upgrade the existing steam generation and auxiliary systems to address HVAC deficiencies and meet N+1 redundancy standards. The scope includes constructing a new two-story utility building (approx. 5,000 sq ft per story), renovating existing areas (approx. 1,665 sq ft), and building a new boiler control room. It also involves installing three new 400-horsepower (HP) boilers and furnishing/installing two 400 HP rental, stand-alone, dual-fuel temporary boilers to maintain hospital steam load during construction. Demolition and disposal of existing boilers and ancillary equipment are also required. The project will be phased to ensure continuous steam supply.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- Construction: New two-story utility building, boiler control room, and renovation of existing areas.
- Boiler Systems: Installation of three new 400 HP boilers and provision of two 400 HP temporary rental boilers. The contractor is responsible for all maintenance, testing, certification, and repairs of the temporary boiler plant.
- Environmental Compliance: Adherence to a Revised Contaminated Soil Management Plan (SMP), Dust Control Plan (DCP), and Health and Safety Plan (HASP) due to identified arsenic contamination. Specific requirements for soil disposal, reporting, and notification to Miami-Dade County DERM apply.
- Safety & Security: Compliance with VHA Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) and Pre-Construction Risk Assessment (PCRA) protocols. Physical security measures for the temporary boiler plant, including vehicle screening and standoff distances, are required per the VA Physical Security & Resiliency Design Manual.
- Technical Specifications: Detailed specifications for painting, hydronic piping, refrigerant piping, HVAC air cleaning devices, computer-room air conditioners, and steam/condensate heating piping are provided.
- Mandatory Forms: Bidders must submit a detailed Base Offer Price Breakdown, VAAR 852.219-75 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting (certification required), EMR Form (EMR > 1.0 disqualifies), Specialized Experience Form, and Past Performance Forms.
- Personnel: "Double Hats are not acceptable" for roles like Superintendent and Quality Control Manager.
- Certifications: PCI certification (Category A1) is required for precast fabricator and steel erector.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: 1095 Calendar Days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $20,000,000 and $50,000,000.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Place of Performance: Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center, 1201 NW 16th Street, Miami, FL 33125.
- Product Service Code: Y1NB (Construction Of Heating And Cooling Plants).
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due May 08, 2026, at 11:00 am EST, and must be submitted via email to Aldwyn.Singleton@va.gov and Jean.Pierre1@va.gov. Evaluation factors include Technical Approach (Specialized Experience, Technical/Management Approach, Project Planning/Scheduling, Energy Efficiency/Environmental Impact), Past Performance, and Price. Technical Factors and Past Performance combined are significantly more important than Price. A Bid Guarantee of 20% of the proposal price or $3,000,000 (whichever is less) is required. Payment and Performance Bonds will be required upon award.
Important Notes
Funds are not currently available, and award is contingent upon appropriation. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The period for questions and responses has closed, and no further RFIs will be accepted. Progress payments for boiler equipment stored off-site are allowed under VAAR 852.232-71, provided eligibility requirements are met. Daily liquidated damages will apply.