Z1DA--598-19-112 Replace Underground 15kV Feeders and Transformers-NLR
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Qualification Details
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 Little Rock AR VA Medical Center, is seeking a contractor for the 15kV Feed Loop Upgrade, Project # 598-19-112, at the North Little Rock AR VA Medical Center. This is a Firm-Fixed Price construction contract with an estimated magnitude between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00. This opportunity is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation documents are expected to be available on or about February 25, 2026, with proposals due by March 25, 2026, at 3:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, expertise, administration, supervision, and transportation necessary to perform the work as described in the project Scope of Work, Drawings, and Specifications. Key tasks include:
- Replacement of underground 15kV feeders and transformers.
- General construction, demolition, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, medical gas, radiation protection, fire protection, and telecommunication items as required by construction documents.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price construction contract.
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Value: Between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00.
- Solicitation Availability: On or about February 25, 2026.
- Proposal Due Date: March 25, 2026, 3:00 PM UTC.
- Proposal Acceptance Period: 90 days.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside, solicited pursuant to Public Law 109-461. Key requirements include:
- At least 15% of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel must be spent on the concern's employees or other eligible SDVOSB concerns.
- Offerors must be registered with SBA VetCert (Veteran Small Business Certification) and the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov).
- Offerors must have completed online Representations and Certifications prior to the solicitation due date.
- Offerors must be registered with VetCert for the assigned NAICS code 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors), which has a small business size standard of $19 million in average annual receipts for the past three years.
Submission & Evaluation
- The solicitation will be issued as a Request for Proposals (RFP).
- Solicitation documents, including specifications and drawings, will be available electronically on this website; hard copies will not be mailed.
- A bid bond must be submitted with the proposal.
- Performance and Payment bonds will be required from the contractor receiving the award.
- Offerors are responsible for obtaining any amendments to the solicitation notice.
Additional Notes
This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice. Questions will only be accepted after the solicitation has been published. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to register to receive notifications of actions, including the posting of the solicitation and any amendments.