Z1DA--NRM CONSTRUCTION -528A8-18-801 Renovate for Cardiac Cath & IR
Overview
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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), Network Contract Office 02, is soliciting proposals for construction services to renovate for Cardiac Cath & Interventional Radiology (IR) Labs at the Albany VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. This project, identified as 528A8-18-801, involves creating two new procedure rooms and associated ancillary facilities. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with an estimated value between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. Proposals are due by March 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The comprehensive scope includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and supervision for the renovation. Key deliverables involve:
- Construction of one (1) Cardiac Cath Lab.
- Construction of one (1) Vascular Interventional Radiology Lab.
- Construction of required ancillary facilities.
- General construction (demolition, new walls, floors, ceilings, finishes).
- Mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, electrical, and fire alarm systems.
- Reworking existing ductwork, piping, and electrical conduit for structural steel installation.
- Compliance with VA specifications, federal, state, and local codes.
- Use of VISN 2 Autodesk Build Construction Management Platform (ACC) for all contract submissions.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Estimated Value: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000
- Completion Time: 790 Calendar Days from Notice to Proceed
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (COMMERCIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION)
- Size Standard: $45 Million
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: March 24, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- RFI Deadline: March 13, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email proposals to Michael.Spivack@va.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Past Performance, Schedule, Integrated infrastructure and ceiling support (airframe) system (pass/fail), and Price. An unacceptable rating in the "Integrated infrastructure and ceiling support (airframe) system" factor will render the entire proposal technically unacceptable.
- Required Attachments: Exhibit B (Sample Transmittal Letter for Past Performance Evaluation Questionnaire) and Exhibit C (Past Performance Questionnaire).
Key Requirements & Notes
- A bid bond is required, equal to 20% of the bid price or $2,000,000.00, whichever is less.
- Individual escorted site visits were available until March 6, 2026.
- The VA is responsible for removing office furniture from the construction area.
- Lead lining for the concrete floor is not required.
- Construction fencing will be necessary around the contractor laydown staging area and scaffolding entrance.
- The intent is to award before June 16, 2026; proposals should be based on current wage determinations.