Z1DA--658-24-106 Replace Bldg 16 HVAC

SOL #: 36C24625B0029Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs

Veterans Affairs, Department Of

246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)

HAMPTON, VA, 23667, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

Maintenance Of Hospitals And Infirmaries (Z1DA)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ed0cd726c4ad4f27975756c0537abefa/view

Timeline

Posted

Oct 22, 2025

Last Updated

Feb 20, 2026

Submission Deadline

Jan 6, 2026, 3:00 PM

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), Network Contracting Office 6, issued a Solicitation (IFB) for the Replacement of the HVAC System in Building 16 at the Salem VA Medical Center, Salem, VA. This project, identified as Z1DA--658-24-106, was a 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. The estimated magnitude of construction was between $500,000 and $1,000,000. Bids were due on January 19, 2026, and a public bid opening occurred on January 20, 2026. The Bid Abstract, listing submitted offers, has since been posted.

Scope of Work

The project involves comprehensive general construction, alterations, mechanical, and electrical work. Key tasks included:

Removal of existing HVAC ductwork, air handler, and structures.
Installation of a new air handler, duct system, VAV boxes, and controls.
Integration of the new HVAC system with the existing heating system for Building 16.
Renovation of approximately 2,500 sq ft on the top floor (Level 1), including removal and replacement of the existing grid ceiling at a lower height.
Modification of the fire suppression system to accommodate new ceiling heights.
Removal of PTAC units and infilling wall openings to match thermal performance.
Compliance with detailed specifications and drawings for all systems.

Contract Details & Requirements

This was a Firm-Fixed-Price contract with a 270-calendar day period of performance from the Notice to Proceed for Bid Item I (Base Bid). The project site was to be cleared and empty for only 120 calendar days of the contract duration.

Set-Aside: 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offerors were required to be certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA database and perform a minimum of 25% of the construction work with their own labor force.
Compliance: Adherence to Department of Labor wage rates (Davis-Bacon Act, E.O. 14026/13658) and OSHA certified construction safety courses (10-hour for employees, 30-hour for competent persons) was mandatory.
Other: Background investigations, specific medical requirements (e.g., influenza shots), Submittal Exchange, ICRA Level II, Bid Guarantee, and Performance and Payment Bonds were required.

Key Dates & Submission

Original Solicitation Published: November 25, 2025.
Pre-bid Conference & Site Visits: Conducted on December 2, 2025, and an additional visit on December 11, 2025.
RFI Cut-off Date: December 9, 2025. Responses were provided via Amendment 0004.
Final Bid Due Date: January 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Public Bid Opening: January 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Submission Method: Electronic bids only.

Latest Update

Amendment 0005 and the Bid Abstract (posted January 27, 2026) confirm that the public bid opening for Solicitation 36C24625B0029 occurred on January 20, 2026. The abstract lists seven offerors and their respective bid amounts for "BID Item 1," providing insight into the competitive landscape.