Z1DA--619A4-23-106 Correct the Mechanical/Fixtures & Piping for Buildings 2, 4 & 4A (VA-26-00016382)
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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 247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7, has issued a presolicitation notice for construction services to Correct the Mechanical/Fixtures & Piping for Buildings 2, 4 & 4A at the Central Alabama VA (East Campus) in Tuskegee, AL. This opportunity is a 100% Set Aside for certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). A Firm Fixed Price Construction contract is contemplated, with an estimated magnitude between $250,000 and $500,000. The official Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected to be posted on or about March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves installing dual parallel piping for domestic water and fire protection for Buildings 2, 4, and 4A, along with the installation of backflow preventers for the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care Systems. Key tasks include:
- Installation of a reduced principle backflow preventer assembly (BFPA) for Building 2, located near the water main's entry.
- Reconfiguration of the domestic water system for Buildings 4 and 4A to install one BFPA for each building, splitting the water main before the first BFPA.
- Relocating and reconfiguring the BFPA for Building 4 in the sub-basement Service Room SB-1, with wall-mounted piping.
- Installing a floor-mounted BFPA for Building 4A in the same service room.
- Replacement of all 4-inch diameter water main piping serving Buildings 4 and 4A, including insulation and creating a new tie-in point.
- The contractor will provide all labor, supervision, transportation, materials, and incidentals.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000
- Estimated Completion Period: 90 calendar days after issuance of Notice to Proceed
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a $45 million size standard
- Product Service Code (PSC): Z1DA (Maintenance of hospitals and infirmaries)
- RFP Expected Posting: On or about March 9, 2026
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a 100% Set Aside for certified SDVOSBs. Prospective contractors must be certified and listed in the SBA certification database (search.certifications.sba.gov) and registered in SAM (sam.gov) at the time of proposal submission. Compliance with VAAR Clause 852.219-73 (VA Notice of Total Set-Aside for Certified SDVOSBs) and VAAR Clause 852.219-75 (VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction) is mandatory. For special trade contractors, no more than 85% of the contract amount can be paid to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Joint ventures must comply with 13 CFR 128.402.
Submission & Evaluation
- The requirement will be procured using a Trade-Off Source Selection process, providing the best value to the Government.
- The solicitation, 36C24726R0070, including all relevant documents, will be posted on sam.gov. Offerors are responsible for monitoring the website for amendments.
- A pre-proposal site visit will be held; date and time will be announced in the solicitation.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Christopher L Harper (Contract Specialist)
- Email: christopher.harper3@va.gov
- Phone: (706) 733-0188 1126