Z1DA--529-26-102 Replace Fire Station Roof construction (VA-26-00014519)

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the scope of work for the "Replace Fire Station Roof" project (#529-26-102) at the VAMC Butler facility. The primary goal is to provide construction services to meet the requirements detailed in the provided drawings and specifications.

• The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary tools, equipment, trained personnel, and materials to complete the project according to the design documents.

• The contractor shall develop and submit a full project phasing plan for COR approval.

• The contractor must use the supplied sole source list and identify any other limited source requirements.

• The contractor shall adhere to all federal and state environmental policies, VA Butler MCP Attachment, project specifications, and VA directives.

• The contractor must follow all safety requirements outlined in the specifications, VA Butler MCP Attachment, and OSHA requirements.

• Physical security and key control requirements must be followed as per the MCP attachment and contract documents.

• Contractor employees on-site for more than five aggregate days require suitability review and a Tier 1 background investigation.

• Submittals must highlight selected items and materials and be submitted electronically and in hard copy formats (PDF, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Autodesk Revit).

• All submittals and project documentation must occur on the government-provided Autodesk Construction Cloud platform.

• Submittals containing qualifying data must be marked "Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)".

• The project is to be completed within 120 Days After Notice to Proceed, including lead time and closeout.

• The contractor shall provide a CPM schedule confirming adherence to the period of performance.

• Status meetings will be held bi-weekly. Agendas and required documents for meetings must be provided to the COR at least 24 hours in advance.

• Meeting minutes must be submitted within three working days and include specific details such as participants, submittal logs, RFI logs, action items, and a look-ahead schedule.

• The contractor must immediately notify the COR of any potential change orders or contract disputes.

• Contract oversight will be managed by a warranted VA Contracting Officer and a COR from Butler VAMC Engineering Service.

• SOW Attachment - Project Drawings

• SOW Attachment - Project Specifications

• SOW Attachment - Sensitive Infrastructure Data Classification for Official Use Only FOUO

• SOW Attachment - Butler VA HCS MCP Attachment

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Exhibit B - Subcontractor Information and Consent Form, is a required form for major subcontractors and/or Teaming Partners to be considered for the opportunity. It requires offerors to identify references for subcontractors from owners or other Prime contractors they have worked for, excluding references from the proposing offeror.

• Subcontractor Identification: Offerors must identify major subcontractors and/or Teaming Partners.
• References: For each subcontractor, two references (owners or Prime contractors) are required. References from the proposing offeror are not acceptable.
• Limitations: A maximum of three (3) subcontractors per discipline may be named.
• Past Performance Information:
  • Information regarding the assessment of liquidated damages on contracts within the last five years.
  • Information on problems encountered on relevant projects and corrective actions taken.
  • Information on effectiveness of value engineering (VEC) proposals.
  • Professional/Industry awards, letters of appreciation, recognition, or commendations.
  • Unique skills and accomplishments.
• Consent for Release of Past Performance Information: A section for the subcontractor/teaming partner to consent to the release of their past and present performance information to the prime contractor for the Government's assessment.
• Reference List: Details for up to three contracts, including Contract No. and Title, role performed (Prime/Sub), work performed, Reference POC Name, Phone, Fax, and Email address.

This form is critical for any bidder intending to use major subcontractors or teaming partners. Failure to complete and submit this form accurately for all identified major subcontractors/teaming partners may result in them not being considered. Bidders must gather the required information from their proposed subcontractors and ensure they provide their consent for past performance disclosure.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (PA20260079) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. It supersedes a previous decision (PA20250079) and provides prevailing wage rates for building construction projects in Butler County, Pennsylvania. The decision includes a list of various construction trades, their corresponding hourly wage rates, and fringe benefits, effective from various dates in 2023, 2024, and 2025. It also includes notes on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave for federal contractors and minimum wage requirements.

This document is crucial for any bidder on a federal construction project in Butler County, Pennsylvania, as it establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the project. Bidders must ensure their proposals account for these wage requirements to comply with federal labor standards.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines specific evaluation factors for the "LPTA Eval factor for 529-26-102" opportunity. It details the criteria the government will use to assess contractor qualifications.

• The document asks whether the contractor possesses the following experience (Yes or No):
  • Commercial construction experience installing EPDM roofing or equivalent.
  • Experience executing projects within or above occupied and operational facilities, including safety precautions.
  • Experience coordinating and implementing ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment) requirements, barrier transitions, circulation-path impacts, and life-safety considerations for phased projects.
  • Experience mobilizing and managing prime and subcontractor crews across multiple shifts to meet compact schedules or minimize disturbance to critical areas/utilities.
  • Experience working in a mission-critical facility and managing phasing.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific experience the government is looking for and will evaluate. Bidders should ensure their proposals clearly demonstrate how they meet these criteria to be considered for this opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a sample transmittal letter and past performance evaluation questionnaire. It is intended to be sent to references by a prime contractor who has submitted a proposal to the Department of Veterans Affairs. The purpose is to solicit feedback on the prime contractor's past performance.

• A section for the date and recipient's information.
• A paragraph explaining the context of the request, referencing the FAR, and emphasizing the importance of a candid response.
• Instructions for completing and returning the questionnaire, specifying that it should not be returned to the prime contractor.
• Contact information (email addresses) for submitting the completed questionnaire.
• A note indicating that "E-Mail" is the preferred method of submission.

This document is relevant to bidders as it outlines the process for past performance evaluations. Bidders should be aware that their references will be contacted using a similar questionnaire. Understanding the questions asked and the submission process can help bidders prepare their references and ensure a smooth evaluation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the demolition, general construction, and alterations necessary to replace the Fire Station Roof at the Butler VA Medical Center, identified as construction project no. 529-26-102. The project requires adherence to provided drawings and specifications.

• Complete site preparation, including demolition and removal of existing structures.

• Furnish labor and materials for the replacement of the Fire Station Roof and associated systems.

• Compliance with Wage Determination PA20260079 dated 01/09/2026.

• Adherence to specific construction materials requirements (e.g., Buy American provisions).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $250,000 and $500,000.

• Performance Period: 120 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

• Proposals are due by 02/19/2026 at 11:00 AM EST.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to Keneisha.Coleman@va.gov and Jeffrey.Pruett@va.gov.

• Evaluation Process: Best Value - Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Key Deadlines:

  • Site Visit: 01/27/2026 at 10:00 AM (RSVP required).
  • RFIs Due: 02/03/2026 at 3:30 PM EST.

• Offers shall be valid for 120 calendar days.

• This project is solicited as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).

• Small Business Size Standard: $45 million.

• All Offerors must be verified and active in SAM.gov.

• VAAR Clause 852.219-75 (Limitations on Subcontracting) must be signed and returned.

• Bidding materials (drawings, specifications) are provided within the attached documents.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of proposal submittal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains architectural drawings and details for the "REPLACE FIRE STATION ROOF" project at the Butler VAMC. It provides visual specifications and construction details for the roofing work.

• Cover Sheet (G001): Project title, number, location, and sheet index.
• General Notes and Legends (G002): Outlines general construction requirements, demolition notes, asbestos awareness, and a legend for roof symbols and abbreviations.
• General Site Layout (G003): Illustrates the project location, area of work, and staging areas on the campus.
• Architectural Roof Plan (A101): Details the new EPDM roof system, new seamless gutter installation, and indicates existing roof areas to remain.
• Architectural Elevations (A102): Shows exterior views of the building, indicating locations for new downspouts and existing insulation.
• Architectural Details (A103): Provides specific construction details for roof work, including new roof work details and pipe flashing details.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the scope of work, the specific materials and methods required for the roof replacement, and the site logistics. They form the basis for estimating costs and planning the execution of the project.

Specifications / Other

This document contains construction specifications for the "Replace Fire Station Roof" project at the Department of Veterans Affairs Butler VA Medical Center, Project # 529-26-102. It details various technical requirements and standards for the project, including:

• General Requirements: Outlines safety, security, operations, and storage area protocols.
• Demolition: Specifies procedures for removing existing structures and debris.
• Rough Carpentry: Details requirements for wood blocking, framing, sheathing, and related construction.
• Preparation for Re-Roofing: Covers the removal of the existing roofing system and preparation of the deck.
• EPDM Roofing: Specifies the materials and installation procedures for the new Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) roofing membrane.
• Flashing and Sheet Metal: Details requirements for metal flashing, copings, and related sheet metal work.
• Joint Sealants: Outlines specifications for interior and exterior sealant application.
• Temporary Environmental Controls: Addresses management of air, water, and land resources, including dust and noise control.
• Safety Requirements: Encompasses a broad range of safety protocols, including accident prevention, hazard analysis, personal protective equipment (PPE), and mishap reporting.

This document serves as a comprehensive guide for contractors involved in the roof replacement project, detailing the technical specifications, safety measures, and environmental considerations that must be adhered to.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire for the "529-26-102 Replace Fire Station Roof construction" opportunity. It is designed to collect feedback from reference contacts regarding a contractor's past performance.

• Contractor Information: Fields for Company Name, Point of Contact, Phone Number, Reference Project Title, Contract Period of Performance, Contract Number, Description of Work, and the contractor's role (Prime, Sub-contractor, Key Personnel).
• Respondent Information: Fields for the reference contact's Company Name, Street Address, POC Name, City, Phone Number, State, Email, and Zip Code.
• Performance Information: A rating scale (0-5) for various aspects of performance, including Quality Management & Workmanship, Timeliness & Adherence to Schedule, Business Practices/Customer Relationship & Ability to Perform, Compliance & Safety, and Infection Control. Specific questions are provided for each category.
• Overall Performance Rating: A section for an overall rating and detailed remarks.
• Certification: A statement certifying the accuracy of the reported information.

Bidders will need to provide this questionnaire to their past performance references. The references will complete it and return it to the Contracting Officer. The information gathered will be used by the government to evaluate the bidder's past performance as part of the overall proposal evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "EXHIBIT A STATEMENT OF PRIOR EXPERIENCE," is a form required for bidders to submit information about their past performance and relevant experience. It is used to assess a bidder's capability to perform the work required by the solicitation.

Part 1: Prior Experience Questionnaire

• Bidders must prepare no more than three (3) forms.
• For each project/contract described, provide:
  • Offeror's Name (Company/Division)
  • Project/Contract Title
  • Contract Specifics (Prime or Subcontractor, Contract Number)
  • Original and Current/Final Contract Value, with reasons for differences.
  • Completion Date (Original, Current Schedule, Estimate/Final Completion Date).
  • Primary cause for Contract Modifications.
  • Detailed description of work performed and its relevance to the solicited project.
  • Specific elements of work performed by the firm.
  • Elements of work performed by major subcontractors and confirmation if they will be used on the current solicitation, including their company names and areas of work.
  • Any uniquely relevant technical areas.
  • Point of Contact for Owner/Government agency Contracting Officer and/or Inspector (COR), including phone number and email address.
• Projects must be ongoing or completed no later than 5 years prior to the solicitation issue date.
• Bidders must provide frank, concise comments regarding their PERFORMANCE on the identified contracts.
• An "Exhibit C Package" is to be prepared and sent to the reference(s) for each project.

Part 2: Additional Offeror Information

• Bidders must name subcontractors and/or Teaming Partners to be utilized on the contract.
• Multiple subcontractors can be named for the same discipline, limited to a maximum of three (3) subcontractors per discipline.
• As a minimum, provide the name(s) of subcontractors to be utilized in specified areas.
• Specialty Trades will address their specific trade for any major subcontractor or Teaming partner.

This form is critical for bidders to demonstrate their qualifications and past performance. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may impact their ability to be considered for award. It requires bidders to detail their experience, the scope of work performed, contract values, performance, and any proposed subcontractors, directly influencing the evaluation of their proposal.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for construction services to replace the fire station roof at VAMC Butler, project #529-26-102.

• The contractor shall provide all necessary tools, equipment, trained personnel, and materials to complete the project in accordance with the provided design documents (SOW attachments 1 and 2).

• Key tasks include project scheduling, phasing, and identifying any limited source requirements.

• The project is to be completed within 120 Days After Notice to Proceed, including lead time and closeout.

• The contractor must provide a CPM schedule confirming adherence to the period of performance.

• Status meetings will be held bi-weekly, with agendas and minutes required.

• Submittals must be electronic and in specified formats (PDF, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Autodesk Revit).

• The project is to be completed within 120 days after Notice to Proceed.

• The location is VAMC Butler.

• Environmental Protection: Adherence to federal, state, and VA environmental policies is required.

• Safety: Compliance with specifications, VA Butler MCP Attachment, project specifications, and OSHA requirements.

• Physical Security: Adherence to physical security and key control requirements. Contractor employees on-site for more than five aggregate days require suitability review and a Tier 1 background investigation.

• Submittals: Must meet specification requirements and highlight selected items/materials. Submittals containing "Controlled Unclassified Information" (CUI) must be marked accordingly. All submittals and project documentation will occur on the government-provided Autodesk Construction Cloud platform.

• Change Orders and Contract Disputes: Immediate notification to the COR is required for any potential change orders or disputes.

• Contract Oversight: A Contracting Officer (CO) from Network Contracting Activity VISN 4 – NCO-4 will manage contract terms. A Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) from Butler VAMC Engineering Service will monitor construction performance. The contractor is ultimately responsible for all errors and omissions.

• SOW Attachment - Project Drawings

• SOW Attachment - Project Specifications

• SOW Attachment - Sensitive Infrastructure Data Classification for Official Use Only FOUO

• SOW Attachment - Butler VA HCS MCP Attachment

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision for wage rates applicable to building construction projects in Butler County, Pennsylvania. It lists various construction trades and their corresponding prevailing wage and fringe benefit rates. The document includes multiple modifications and publication dates, with the latest dated 12/12/2025. It also provides details on different types of wage rate identifiers (Union, Union Average, Survey, State Adopted) and the process for appealing wage determinations.

This document is relevant to bidders as it specifies the minimum wage and fringe benefit rates that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act in the specified county and type of construction. Bidders must consider these rates when developing their proposals and ensuring compliance with labor standards if awarded a contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for construction services to replace the fire station roof at the Butler VA Medical Center located in Butler, PA. The project (529-26-102) requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, tools, and supervision for the roof replacement in compliance with applicable codes and VA standards.

• Construction services for fire station roof replacement.

• Compliance with all applicable codes, VA policy/standards.

• Provision of all necessary tools, travel, trades, labor, materials, permits, and licenses.

• Project must adhere to specifications and drawings provided.

• Specific experience required includes:

  • Commercial construction experience with EPDM roofing or equivalent.
  • Experience working in and above occupied/operational facilities.
  • Experience with ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment) requirements.
  • Experience mobilizing and managing crews across multiple shifts.
  • Experience working in mission-critical facilities.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: 120 calendar days from receipt of Notice to Proceed.

• Magnitude of Construction Cost: Estimated between $250,000 and $500,000.

• Proposals will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method.

• Solicitation issue date: On or around January 20th, 2026.

• Response Date/Time: January 20th, 2026, 11:00 AM Eastern Time.

• Proposal validity: 120 days following the submission deadline.

• All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Keneisha.Coleman@va.gov. No telephone requests will be honored.

• A pre-bid conference/site visit is scheduled for January 27th, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Butler VA Medical Center, Building #46.

• This procurement is set aside for SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (SDVOSB).

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial & Institutional Building & Construction) with a small business size standard of $45 million.

• All respondents must be registered in the System Award Management (SAM) database at the time of bid submittal.

• The solicitation, specifications, and drawings will be available at https://SAM.gov. Amendments will also be posted there.

• Contractors are responsible for frequently checking SAM.gov for updates.

• Attached documents include the SOW and Wage Determination.