Z1DA--595-26-105| Upgrade DDC HVAC Controls Bldg 1 Construction | NCO 4 Construction West (VA-26-00050598) Design Build
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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 VISN 04 Contracting Office/Lebanon VA Medical Center, anticipates soliciting a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Design-Build services to Upgrade Direct Digital Control (DDC) HVAC Controls in Building 1 at the Lebanon VA Medical Center in Lebanon, PA. This project, identified as #595-26-105, aims to replace the existing Delta Controls building automation system and integrate new DDC controls with the campus-wide Distech Tridium Niagara server. This opportunity is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).
Scope of Work
The selected Design-Build team will provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and services necessary for the design and construction phases. Key deliverables include:
- Comprehensive design and construction for upgrading DDC HVAC controls in Building 1.
- Replacement of all components of the Delta Controls building automation system.
- Integration of new DDC controls with the existing Distech Tridium Niagara server.
- Demolition, general construction, alterations, mechanical, and electrical work.
- Specific component replacements across hot water, chilled water, steam heat exchangers, various AHUs, VAV boxes, and approximately 500 pneumatic steam valves with DDC electronic steam valves.
- Ensuring Bacnet/IP communication buss installation and operation.
- Compliance with VA Design Guides, VA policy/standards, EPA requirements, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA regulations.
- Maintaining heating and cooling for the building throughout the project.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: 390 calendar days total from Notice to Proceed (60 days for Design, 330 days for Build).
- Magnitude of Construction: Between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors) with a size standard of $19.0 Million.
- Bonds: Bid, payment, and performance bonds are required.
- Wage Determination: WD GDN PA20260093 applies for Lebanon County, PA.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Best Value two-phase design-build solicitation in accordance with FAR Subpart 36.3.
- Phase I Proposals Due: June 1, 2026, 11:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to christopher.clements1@va.gov and christopher.mcdevitt@va.gov.
- Phase I Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach, Technical Qualifications (Specialized Experience/Competence, Capability to Perform), and Past Performance. These factors are equally weighted.
- Phase II: Only the top three (3) Phase I offerors will be invited to submit Phase II proposals, which will include three non-priced factors and one priced factor.
- RFIs Due: May 13, 2026, 11:00 AM EST. All questions must be in writing via email.
- Site Visit: A pre-bid conference/site visit will be conducted for Phase I on May 8, 2026, 12:30 PM EST at Lebanon VA Medical Center, Building 1.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Set-Aside: 100% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in SAM and verified in SBA's VetCert program (https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/) at the time of Phase I submittal. Failure to meet these requirements will result in disqualification.
- Submittals: Offerors must sign and return VAAR clause 852.219-75 with their proposal.
- Safety: Adherence to comprehensive safety requirements, including an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), is mandatory. A full-time Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is required.
Important Notes
The official solicitation and any amendments will be posted on SAM.gov. Contractors are responsible for frequently checking the website for updates. This notice is a presolicitation; the RFP is expected on or around June 1, 2026, with Phase I proposals due on the same date.