Z2DA--549-21-700 EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction Dallas VAMC
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), through its PCAC (36C776) office, is soliciting proposals for the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project (#549-21-700) at the Dallas VA Medical Center (VAMC). This is a Firm-Fixed-Price, UNRESTRICTED design-bid-build contract with an estimated magnitude between $50,000,000 and $75,000,000. The project involves constructing a new stand-alone single-story building and upgrading IT/Communication infrastructure to support a national Cerner upgrade. Proposals are due April 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all tools, equipment, materials, labor, supervision, and management for general construction, alterations, sitework, and removal of existing construction. Key deliverables include:
- Construction of a new stand-alone single-story building to support primary care and mental health services.
- Upgrades to IT and Communication Service Lines to modernize the facility's infrastructure for the Cerner upgrade.
- Compliance with all VA solicitation drawings, specifications, regulations, procedures, and applicable codes, including VHA Healthcare Environment and Facilities Programs (HEFP) requirements.
- Hazardous materials abatement (e.g., asbestos, lead-based paint) as detailed in specifications and drawings.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Approximately 730 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Value: $50,000,000 to $75,000,000.
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED. Applicable NAICS Code: 236220 with a size standard of $45.0 million.
- Place of Performance: Dallas VA Medical Center, 4500 S Lancaster Rd, Dallas, TX 75216.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated using tradeoff procedures under a "Best Value" approach, considering Past Performance (most important), SDVOSB/VOSB Commitment, and Price. Proposals must be submitted via email to Shawn.Tavernia@va.gov (cc: bridget.may@va.gov) in three volumes (Technical, Price, Administrative) as searchable PDFs, each under 5MB.
Key Dates & Actions
- Technical Questions Cut-off: March 16, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Site Visit: Highly recommended, scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST at the Dallas VA Medical Center (see Attachment 10 for instructions).
- Proposal Due Date: April 14, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Required Submissions: Bid Guarantee (SF 24) not less than 20% of proposal price (not to exceed $3,000,000). Payment and Performance Bonds (SF 25A and SF 25) will be required upon award.
Important Attachments
Bidders should review attachments including the Past Performance Questionnaire, Project Information Sheet for Contractors, Division Cost Breakdown, Construction Wage Rates for Dallas County, and multiple volumes of Construction Bid Drawings and Specifications. Addendums 01 and 02 have been issued, modifying project schedules and fire detection specifications.
Contact Information
- Primary: Shawn Tavernia, Contract Specialist, Shawn.Tavernia@va.gov, 216-447-8321.
- Secondary: Bridget May, bridget.may@va.gov.