Z1JZ--570-26-227 - Halls and Walls, Building 1 5th and 6th Floors
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) is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify qualified contractors for Project 570-26-227, "Halls and Walls, Building 1, 5th and 6th Floors" at the VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) in Fresno, CA. This notice aims to determine the procurement strategy, including potential small business set-asides. The project magnitude is anticipated between $250,000 and $500,000. Responses are due by April 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT.
Scope of Work
The project involves refresher work on the 5th and 6th Floor corridors and common areas in Building 1. Key tasks include:
- 5th Floor (ICU and Med/Sur): Removal of approximately 650 LF of existing cove base and handrails, wall repair, patching, installation of new handrails, painting approximately 7200 sq ft of walls and nurses' stations, and installing cove bases.
- 6th Floor (BioMed and Inpatient Mental Health): Removal of approximately 600 LF of existing handrails, wall guards, and cove base; installation of new handrails and cove bases; wall repair, patching, and painting approximately 8000 sq ft of walls.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 238990 - All Other Specialty Trade Contractors (Small Business Size Standard: $19M)
- Project Magnitude: $250,000 - $500,000
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research responses.
- Period of Performance: 120 days.
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, 12:00 PM PDT
- Published: April 15, 2026
Key Requirements & Special Conditions
- Materials: VA will supply all materials.
- Labor: Contractor to provide all necessary tools, accessories, and labor.
- Safety: Strict adherence to VA, local, state, and federal environmental/occupational safety laws, including OSHA and VA guidelines. ICRA level IV required.
- Scheduling: Standard work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Off-hours/weekend work requires prior authorization. Utility shutdown requests need 21 days' notice.
- Security: Vendors must obtain VA security badges. No OI&T security accreditation package is required.
Response Requirements
Interested parties must submit the following information to Contracting Specialist Jose Hernandez (jose.hernandez1@va.gov) by the deadline:
- General information and technical background describing experience on similar contracts.
- Bonding capability (per contract and aggregate).
- Anticipated teaming arrangements (if any).
- List of similar Government and Commercial projects.
- Submissions should not exceed 10 single-sided, type-written pages (Times New Roman 12-point font or larger).
Important Notes
This is for market research only; it is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded directly from this announcement. Potential Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and have a current Online Representations and Certifications Application on file. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) must be verified and listed in the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) program.