Z1DA--NRM CONSTRUCTION -528A8-18-801 Renovate for Cardiac Cath & IR
Overview
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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 Network Contract Office 02 (36C242), is soliciting proposals for construction services to renovate for Cardiac Cath & Vascular Interventional Radiology (IR) Labs at the Albany VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. This project, identified as VA Project No. 528A8-18-801, is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with an estimated value between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. Proposals are due March 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This Firm-Fixed-Price contract requires comprehensive construction services, including all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision. The work encompasses:
- General Construction: Demolition, new walls, floors, ceilings, finishes, and temporary facilities.
- Mechanical Construction: New HVAC, hydronic systems, controls, and pressure monitoring equipment.
- Plumbing Construction: Demolition and installation of new plumbing fixtures, domestic, sanitary, venting, medical gas, and RO piping.
- Fire Protection Construction: Demolition/relocation of existing sprinkler heads and installation of new fire protection piping.
- Electrical and Fire Alarm Construction: Demolition of existing power/lighting, installation of new power circuits, lighting fixtures, and fire alarm systems. All work must be completed within 790 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. The use of the VISN 2 Autodesk Build Construction Management Platform (ACC) is mandatory for all contract submissions and correspondence.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Estimated Value: $5,000,000 - $10,000,000
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction)
- Size Standard: $45 Million
- Place of Performance: Albany VA Medical Center, 113 Holland Avenue, Albany NY 12208
- Product/Service Code: Z1DA (Maintenance Of Hospitals And Infirmaries)
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be emailed to Michael.Spivack@va.gov by March 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Past Performance, Schedule, Integrated infrastructure and ceiling support (airframe) system (pass/fail), and Price. Offerors should not assume discussions or revised offers. A site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM. All questions must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer by February 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Key Documents & Requirements
Bidders must review detailed drawings and specifications, including electrical plans (ES-100A, ES-401, ES-402), ICRA construction plans (GI-004), and a comprehensive drawing index (7-9-25 - VA STRATTON CARDIAC CATH 100 CD SUBMISSION v2.pdf). Technical specifications for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire systems are provided in Volume Two. Compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act, including prevailing wage rates detailed in WD Albany.docx, is required. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and submit their annual Vets4212 Report.