Z1DA--Modernize Damen (Bldg. 1) Elevators Construction 537-24-101
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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 252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252), is issuing a Pre-Solicitation Notice for the Modernization of Damen (Bldg. 1) Elevators (Project 537-24-101) at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. This construction project is set-aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about May 5, 2026, with bids due on or about June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves the comprehensive replacement and modernization of nine elevators (numbers 1 through 8, plus the Morgue elevator) and their associated machinery. Key objectives include:
- Improving overall system reliability and performance.
- Replacing aged components.
- Upgrading existing Firefighter's operations to comply with current code requirements.
- Replacing or modernizing existing cars and hoist-way-door equipment.
- Replacing or modernizing elevator car and corridor pushbuttons and signal fixtures to comply with ADA requirements.
- Upgrading existing building conditions to meet current National Elevator Safety Code (ASME A17.1) and building code requirements. The work must be completed within 490 calendar days of receipt of a Notice to Proceed.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Solicitation Number: 36C25226B0011
- Project Magnitude: Between $10,000,000 and $20,000,000
- Period of Performance: 490 calendar days from Notice to Proceed
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), pursuant to Public Law 109-461 and 38 USC 8127(d).
- NAICS Code: 238290 (Other Building Equipment); Size Standard: $22.0 Million
- Expected Solicitation Release: On or about May 5, 2026
- Bids Due: On or about June 11, 2026
- Published Date: April 7, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
The full solicitation, including all drawings, plans, and specifications, will be posted on SAM.gov. Offerors are responsible for continuously monitoring SAM.gov for any amendments. A pre-bid site visit will be held, and all prospective offerors are strongly encouraged to attend. Details for the site visit will be provided in the solicitation package.
Point of Contact
For inquiries, contact Rosalyn Howard, Contract Specialist, at rosalyn.howard@va.gov or 414-844-4800 ext. 43208.