Z1DA--537-26-200 FY26 Facility Cooling Improvements
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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.
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 Network Contract Office 12 (36C252), has issued a solicitation for FY26 Facility Cooling Improvements at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, IL. This project, identified as VA Project # 537-26-200, is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The primary goal is to upgrade and replace existing cooling systems to ensure adequate environmental conditions within the facility. Offers are due by May 29, 2026, at 17:00 CDT.
Scope of Work
The comprehensive scope of work includes:
- Replacement of six existing APC InRow Cooling units and their corresponding condensing units located on the roof of the Damen Building.
- Replacement of the Air Handling Unit (AHU) AC-21, which serves the Nutrition Food & Service area. This includes associated systems such as the Fan Coil System, Reheat Coils, Exhaust Fans, and the Fin Tube Radiation System serving Building 1B.
- Demolition of existing HVAC equipment on the Third Floor Roof of Building 1B.
- Installation of new equipment, integration with the Building Automation System (BAS), and provision of temporary cooling during the replacement process.
- An asbestos survey and potential abatement are required for the AHU-AC21 replacement, as detailed in the Asbestos Reinspection Report.
- All work must adhere to numerous technical specifications and standards, including general requirements, safety, construction waste management, sustainable construction, commissioning of HVAC systems, and noise/vibration control.
- The project will be executed within an occupied facility, requiring careful coordination to minimize disruption to Medical Center operations.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Contract
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors)
- Size Standard: $19 Million
- Estimated Value: $19 Million
- Period of Performance: Base CLIN to be completed within 76 days from Notice to Proceed (NTP); Option CLIN to be completed within 245 days from NTP.
- Published Date: May 6, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
- Set-Aside: This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Offerors must be verified and meet the assigned NAICS code size standard.
- Site Visit: A site visit was held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 0900 Local Time.
- RFQ Questions Deadline: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 1700 Local Time. Questions must be submitted via email to Ryan.McMillin@va.gov.
- Offer Due Date: May 29, 2026, 17:00 CDT.
- Evaluation: Evaluation factors will be outlined in FAR 52.212-2.
Additional Notes
Bidders must comply with VHA Directive 1192 regarding influenza vaccination or masking for contractor personnel. The provided bid drawings and asbestos report are critical for accurate project planning, safety protocols, and cost estimations.