Z1DA--595-26-105| Upgrade DDC HVAC Controls Bldg 1 Construction | NCO 4 Construction West (VA-26-00050598) Design Build

Quick Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF / 244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244), is soliciting proposals for Design-Build services to Upgrade DDC HVAC Controls in Building 1 at the Lebanon VA Medical Center, PA. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity. Phase I proposals are due June 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.

Project Overview

This project, titled "Z1DA--595-26-105| Upgrade DDC HVAC Controls Bldg 1 Construction," requires design-build services to replace the existing Delta Controls building automation system in Building 1 with new Direct Digital Controls (DDC) that integrate seamlessly with the campus-wide Distech Tridium Niagara server. The scope includes demolition, general construction, alterations, and mechanical/electrical work. Specific components to be replaced span hot/chilled water systems, low-pressure steam heat exchangers, various blower coils, VAV boxes, fan coil units, radiant heat panels, and approximately 500 pneumatic steam valves with DDC electronic valves. The contractor must ensure Bacnet/IP communication and provide comprehensive control drawings and sequence of operations changes for energy savings.

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Two-Phase Design-Build.
• Period of Performance: 390 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP), comprising 60 days for design and 330 days for construction.
• Magnitude of Construction Cost: Estimated between $1,000,000.00 and $2,000,000.00.
• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a size standard of $45.0 Million.
• Wage Determination: WD GDN PA20260093 applies.
• Bonds: Bid, payment, and performance bonds are required.

Submission & Evaluation

• Phase I Proposals Due: June 1, 2026, 11:00 AM EST. Submissions must be electronic (PDF) via email to christopher.clements1@va.gov and christopher.mcdevitt@va.gov.
• Requests for Information (RFIs) Due: May 13, 2026, 11:00 AM EST.
• Site Visit: A pre-bid conference/site visit will be held on May 8, 2026, at 12:30 PM EST at the Lebanon VA Medical Center, Building 1.
• 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 non-priced and priced factors.
• Award: Will be made to the best value proposal.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Set-Aside: This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Offerors must be verified in SAM and SBA's VetCert program at the time of Phase I submittal.
• Safety: Strict compliance with VA Criteria, NFPA, EPA, NEC, OSHA, and specific safety protocols (e.g., Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analyses, SSHO requirements) is mandatory.
• Records Management: Contractors must comply with Federal records management obligations, including safeguarding and proper disposal.
• Past Performance: Offerors must complete "EXHIBIT A - Statement of Prior Experience" and ensure major subcontractors complete "EXHIBIT B - Subcontractor Information and Consent Form." References will complete "EXHIBIT C - Past Performance Questionnaire" by November 19, 2026.
• Working Hours: Standard hours are 0700-1630, Monday-Friday, with exceptions requiring advance permission.
• Security: Comprehensive security plans and compliance with VA protocols are required.
• Utilities: The Government will make utilities available; contractors are responsible for temporary connections and maintenance.

Contact Information

• Contracting Officer: Christopher McDevitt (christopher.mcdevitt@va.gov)
• Secondary Contact: Chris Clements (christopher.clements1@va.gov)