Z1DA--Replace Electrical Primary Distribution 515-15-117

Other / Unclassified

This document is an attendance log for a pre-bid site visit related to opportunity 515-15-117, which involves the "REPLACE PRIMARY ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION". The log lists attendees' names, their companies, and contact information (POC).

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it shows which companies and individuals attended the pre-bid site visit. This can indicate interest in the opportunity and provide contact information for potential teaming partners or competitors. The opportunity number and a brief description of the work are also included.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation 36C25025B0047 provides the following:

• Pre-Bid Site Survey Information: Includes the agenda and attendance list for the pre-bid site survey.

• Wage Determination: Provides the most current Wage Determination for Calhoun County, Michigan.

• DEI Clause: Incorporates FAR 52.222-90, addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.

• Additional attachments are provided, including:

  • FAR 52.222-90, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal contractors.
  • S02 Wage Determination - MI20260079 - 5-18-26- Calhoun - 515-15-117.
  • S04 Pre-Bid Site Visit Agenda Template 20260115 - 515-15-117.
  • 515-15-117 Pre-Bid site visit attendance log.

No changes to the hour and date specified for receipt of offers are noted. Bidders should ensure they have reviewed all updated attachments.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the agenda for a pre-bid site visit for Solicitation No. 36C25025B0047, Project 515-117 - Replace Electrical Primary Distribution. It outlines the topics to be discussed during the pre-bid conference and the subsequent site visit.

• Date and Time: May 27, 2026, 10:00 AM
• Solicitation Number: 36C25025B0047
• Project: 515-117 - Replace Electrical Primary Distribution
• Topics for Review: Location of solicitation documents, magnitude of construction ($10M-$20M), project completion time (500 calendar days), Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside requirements (certification needed via VetCert), NAICS code (238210), RFI submission process and deadline (June 3, 2026, 5:00 PM local time), applicable FAR clauses (52.229-3), VETS-4212 reporting, bid submission deadline (June 18, 2026, 2:00 PM), Construction Wage Requirements, Buy American Act, and Liquidated Damages.
• Site Visit Purpose: To allow bidders to ascertain the nature and locations of the work and conditions affecting the work or its cost.
• Disclaimer: Information provided during the pre-bid meeting and site visit is unofficial until approved and provided in writing by the Contracting Officer. Nothing presented supersedes the solicitation terms.

This agenda provides crucial information for potential bidders regarding the pre-bid conference and site visit. It highlights key dates, submission requirements, contract specifics (set-aside, NAICS, estimated value, duration), and the process for asking questions. Attending the site visit and pre-bid conference is essential for understanding the project scope and requirements, and for submitting a compliant bid. Bidders must note the deadlines for RFIs and bid submissions, and ensure they meet the SDVOSB certification requirements.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination for the state of Michigan, specifically for Calhoun County, covering "Building" construction types. It includes a modification history, with the latest revision on May 18, 2026 (Modification #1).

This wage determination establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act in the specified geographic area. Bidders on federal or federally-assisted construction contracts in Calhoun County, Michigan, must incorporate these wage rates into their cost proposals and ensure compliance during contract performance. The document details specific wage rates for numerous trades, including Asbestos Worker, Boilermaker, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Ironworker, Laborer, Painter, Plasterer, Plumber, Pipefitter, Roofer, Sprinkler Fitter, Truck Driver, and various Power Equipment Operators. It also outlines paid holidays and provides information on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors. Understanding and adhering to these wage rates is crucial for accurate bidding and compliance.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a clause titled "FAR 52.222-90, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal contractors." It outlines requirements for federal contractors regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities.

• Prohibition of Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities: Contractors must not engage in DEI activities that involve disparate treatment based on race or ethnicity in recruitment, employment, contracting, program participation, or resource allocation.
• Information and Reporting: Contractors must provide information and reports, including access to records, as required by the Contracting Officer to ensure compliance.
• Consequences of Noncompliance: Failure to comply may result in contract cancellation, termination, suspension, and ineligibility for future government contracts.
• Subcontractor Monitoring: Contractors must report any known or reasonably knowable subcontractor conduct that may violate this clause to the Contracting Officer and take remedial actions as directed.
• Subcontractor Lawsuits: Contractors must inform the Contracting Officer if a subcontractor sues them in a manner that challenges the validity of this clause.
• Materiality: Compliance with this clause is considered material to the Government's payment decisions.
• Flow-Down Requirement: Contractors must include the substance of this clause in subcontracts at any tier, except for those where performance or delivery is outside the United States.

This clause imposes specific obligations on contractors related to DEI practices. Bidders should review these requirements carefully to understand their compliance responsibilities if awarded a contract. Non-compliance can have significant consequences, including contract termination and future ineligibility.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document comprises various drawings and plans related to the "UPGRADE PRIMARY ELECTRICAL LOOP SERVICE" project (Project No.: 515-15-117) at the Battle Creek Veterans Affairs Medical Center. It includes an index of all drawings, detailed survey information, civil demolition plans, civil site plans, and electrical site plans with a single-line diagram.

• Index of Drawings: Lists all architectural and engineering drawing sheets by number and title, categorized into General Information, Civil, Utility Survey, and Electrical. Drawings range from G1001 to EJ600 and are dated 01/19/2026.
• Survey Drawings: Provide planimetric details of existing site features and campus utility surveys, showing existing and proposed underground and overhead utilities. Includes legends, scale, and coordinate system information.
• Civil Demolition Plans: Outline the scope of demolition for existing electrical distribution loops and associated site elements (pavement, sidewalks, fences, trees, landscaping). Emphasizes utility verification, site protection, and restoration requirements.
• Civil Site Plans: Detail the proposed new primary and secondary electrical distribution loops, existing infrastructure, and associated civil work (trenching, concrete, asphalt, erosion control) across campus areas A through F.
• Electrical Site Plans & Single-Line Diagram: Show the layout of existing and new electrical distribution (conduits, manholes, transformers, switchgear), electrical demolition notes, and specific plan notes for new equipment. Includes a single-line diagram (Sheet EJ600) illustrating the entire electrical system flow. Legends are provided for electrical components and site work.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the complete scope of the project. They provide essential details on existing site conditions, utility locations, demolition requirements, proposed electrical infrastructure, and civil engineering work. Bidders must use this information to accurately assess project complexity, identify potential conflicts, estimate costs, develop a compliant technical proposal, and plan for site preparation, safety, and restoration.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (MI20260079) for building construction projects in Calhoun County, Michigan. It supersedes a previous decision (MI20250079) and was published on January 2, 2026. The document lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades, including:

• Asbestos Worker/Heat & Frost Insulator
• Boilermaker
• Bricklayer
• Tile Finisher
• Tile Setter
• Carpenter (including acoustical ceiling installation, drywall hanging, and form work)
• Millwright
• Electrician
• Power Equipment Operator (various groups with specific crane and equipment classifications)
• Ironworker (Reinforcing and Structural)
• Laborer (Common/General, Grade Checker, Mason Tender, Sandblaster, Pipelayer)
• Painter (Brush/Roller, Drywall, Finishing/Taping, Spray)
• Plasterer
• Pipefitter (including HVAC Pipe and Unit Installation)
• Plumber (excluding HVAC Pipe and Unit Installation)
• Roofer
• Sprinkler Fitter (Fire Sprinklers)
• Sheet Metal Worker (including HVAC Duct Installation, excluding HVAC System Installation)
• Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher
• Ironworker, Ornamental
• Laborer (Landscape & Irrigation)
• Operator (Bulldozer, Compactor, Tractor)
• Truck Driver (Dump, Lowboy, Tractor Haul)
• Welders (rate prescribed for craft performing operation to which welding is incidental)

The document also includes footnotes regarding paid holidays and detailed classifications for power equipment operators. Additionally, it references Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing a Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining their applicability and requirements.

This document is crucial for any bidder on a federal construction project in Calhoun County, Michigan, as it establishes the minimum prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on such projects. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor costs align with these determined rates to comply with federal labor standards and contract requirements.

Specifications

This document contains the "Specifications - Final Construction Documents" for VA Project No. 515-15-117, "Replace Electrical Primary Distribution" at the Battle Creek Veterans Affairs Medical Center. It is Volume 1 of 1, issued January 8, 2026.

• Table of Contents: Outlines the various divisions and sections of the specifications, covering areas from Special Sections (00 01 15 - List of Drawing Sheets) through Utilities (Division 33) and various other divisions.
• General Requirements (Division 01): Includes sections on Safety Requirements, General Intention, Statement of Bid Item(s), Specifications and Drawings for Contractor, Construction Security Requirements, Operations and Storage Areas, Alterations, Disposal and Retention, Protection of Existing Vegetation/Structures/Equipment/Utilities/Improvements, Restoration, As-Built Drawings, Warranty Management, and Use of Roadways.
• Electrical (Division 26): Details requirements for electrical installations, medium-voltage cables, grounding and bonding, raceway and boxes, underground electrical construction, pad-mounted transformers, and medium-voltage fusible interrupter switches.
• Commissioning (Division 01 91 00): Outlines general commissioning requirements for electrical systems, including roles and responsibilities, submittals, and testing procedures.
• Other Divisions: Includes specifications for Concrete (Division 03), Masonry Mortaring (Division 04), Firestopping (Division 07), Joint Sealants (Division 07), Painting (Division 09), Signage (Division 10), Site Surveys (Division 02), Demolition (Division 02), Asphalt Paving (Division 32), Chain Link Fences and Gates (Division 32), Planting (Division 32), Flowable Fill (Division 31), and various other technical specifications related to construction and materials.

This document provides the detailed technical specifications and requirements for the "Replace Electrical Primary Distribution" project. Bidders must review these specifications to understand the scope of work, materials, installation methods, quality control, safety, and testing requirements to accurately prepare their bids and execute the project if awarded.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is VAAR 852.219-75, a "Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting—Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction." It requires bidders to certify their compliance with subcontracting limitations if awarded a contract. Failure to include a properly completed certification with your offer will result in rejection.

• Offeror's Name: Must match the SAM.gov registration.
• Printed Name and Title of Signee: The individual signing the certification.
• Signature: Must be from an authorized representative.
• Date: Must be no later than the proposal due date.
• Company Name and Address: Must be as registered in SAM.gov.

Subcontracting Limitations:

• Services (except construction): Not more than 50% of the contract amount paid to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs or VOSBs.
• General Construction: Not more than 85% of the contract amount paid to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs or VOSBs.
• Special Trade Construction Contractors: Not more than 75% of the contract amount paid to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs or VOSBs.

This is a mandatory certification. Bidders must accurately complete and submit this form with their offer. Incomplete or incorrect information will lead to disqualification. The certification confirms adherence to specific subcontracting percentages for small businesses (SDVOSB/VOSB) based on the contract type (services, general construction, or special trade construction).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Pre-Award Contractor Experience Modification Rate (EMR) Form. It is required in conjunction with offers for Solicitation 36C25025B0047 to assist the government in making an initial determination of contractor responsibility, specifically regarding safety programs, as per FAR 9.104-1(e).

• Company Information: Requires Company Name, Address, Telephone, Fax, Email, and Contact person.
• Past Three Years' Safety Data (2022-2024):
  • Number of man-hours (jobsite and office).
  • Number of cases involving days away from work, restricted activity, or both (OSHA 300 Column H and I).
  • Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred (DART) Rate.
  • Number of serious, willful, or repeat OSHA violations (explanation required for any).
• Required Attachments:
  • OSHA 300 and 300a Forms for 2020.
  • Letter from insurance carrier stating current EMR rate.
• Acquisition Information:
  • Six-digit North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) Code.
  • Name and title of the person administering the company's Safety and Health Program.
  • Company's Insurance Experience Modification Rate (EMR).

Bidders must complete and submit this form accurately to demonstrate their company's safety record and compliance. Failure to provide the requested information, including OSHA forms and insurance carrier letters, may impact the government's determination of responsibility and the ability to receive an award. This form directly relates to the contractor's operational controls and safety programs, which are critical factors in the pre-award responsibility assessment.

Solicitation

This solicitation is for Project 515-15-117, "Replace Electrical Primary Distribution" at the Battle Creek, MI VA Medical Center. The project requires the contractor to furnish all labor, materials, supervision, equipment, and other necessary resources to complete the work as identified in the contract specifications and drawings.

• Removal of trees and vegetation.

• Excavation for duct banks and electrical equipment pads.

• Installation of conduit in concrete encased duct banks.

• Installation of switchgear and transformers.

• Exterior restoration.

• Demolition and removal of existing electrical wire, equipment, concrete, and masonry.

• Project completion in multiple phases as outlined in specifications and drawings.

• All contractors must complete VA Privacy Training.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Magnitude of Construction: Between $10,000,000 and $20,000,000.

• Place of Performance: Battle Creek, MI VA Medical Center.

• Sealed bids are due by 12:00 PM EDT on June 18, 2026.

• Bids must be submitted in original, completed, signed, and dated SF 1442 Offer page ('wet ink signature').

• A Bid Bond (SF 24) or other allowable Bid Security is required.

• Bidders must acknowledge all amendments.

• Site visit scheduled for May 27, 2026, at 10:00 am.

• RFIs must be submitted by June 3, 2026.

• This acquisition is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• NAICS Code: 238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors.

• Offerors must have an active registration in SAM.gov.

• All bidding materials will be posted on SAM.gov; no hard copies are available.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required for awards over $35,000 and $150,000 respectively.

• Contractor employees are subject to background investigations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation announcement for Project 515-15-117, which involves replacing the primary electrical distribution system at the VA Medical Center in Battle Creek, Michigan. The government intends to issue an Invitation for Bids (IFB) around October 30, 2025.

• The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, tools, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete the project as detailed in the drawings and specifications.

• Work must comply with manufacturer recommendations and applicable codes and building standards.

• Construction is scheduled for normal daytime business hours, excluding federal holidays.

• The North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) is 238210 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors, with a small business size standard of $19.0 million.

• The estimated magnitude of cost for this project is between $10,000,000.00 and $20,000,000.00.

• The government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price contract.

• This notice is for informational purposes only; offers are not currently being accepted.

• The official solicitation, including bid documents, specifications, forms, and drawings, will be available for download from the Contract Opportunities website on SAM.gov.

• Further details on dates, site visits, and bid due dates will be provided in the solicitation.

• This acquisition is a 100% set-aside for qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and verified in the SBA’s Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS).

• The awardee must also have a current VETS4212 report on file.

• No hard copies of the solicitation will be provided; dissemination is limited to electronic medium via SAM.gov.

• Offerors are responsible for obtaining all bid documents and acknowledging any amendments by monitoring the Contract Opportunities website.

• Questions should be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist, Terrance Deininger, via email at terrance.deininger@va.gov.