Z2DA--657A5-21-401, Construct New Campus Chiller Plant, MRN
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Network Contract Office 15, is issuing a Presolicitation for the construction of a new campus chiller plant at the Marion VA Medical Center in Marion, IL. This project, VA Project No. 657A5-21-401, involves building a new chilled water plant, demolishing the existing one, and performing associated site improvements. This procurement is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation package is expected by June 16, 2026, with proposals due on or about July 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the comprehensive construction of a new, fully functional chilled water plant. This includes:
- Construction of the new campus chiller plant with all necessary equipment.
- Demolition of the existing chiller plant.
- Associated site improvements and tie-ins to existing utilities (chilled water, domestic water, electric, telecommunications).
- Providing all labor, materials, equipment, and expertise.
- Ensuring the existing chiller plant remains operational throughout the construction period to maintain patient care services.
- Compliance with the Statement of Work (SOW), construction documents, specifications, manufacturer specifications, and VA requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Product Service Code: Z2DA (Repair Or Alteration Of Hospitals And Infirmaries)
- Performance Period: 720 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).
- Estimated Construction Cost: More than $10,000,000.00.
- Award Process: Best Value – Trade Off Source Selection Process.
- Solicitation Availability: Expected on or before June 16, 2026.
- Proposal Due Date: On or about July 20, 2026.
- Published Date: May 26, 2026.
Eligibility & Evaluation
- Set-Aside: Exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) pursuant to 38 USC 8127(d).
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a small business size standard of $45.0 million.
- Registration: Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and the VIP (Veteran Small Business Certification/VetCert) database.
- Subcontracting: Limitations apply regarding work performed by non-VIP-listed firms.
- Award Intent: The government plans to award without discussions but reserves the right to hold discussions.
Submission & Contact
- Solicitation Package: Will be available on SAM.gov. Offerors are responsible for monitoring the site for amendments.
- Site Visit: An organized site visit will be scheduled and announced at the time of solicitation issuance.
- Questions: Email questions to Maria Hoover at maria.hoover@va.gov with a specific subject line. Telephone requests/questions will not be accepted. No hard copies of documents will be provided.
- Contact: Maria Hoover, Contracting Officer, 913-946-1130.