Z2DA--658-24-102 Replace Building 2 AHUs

Specifications

This document contains specifications for various components related to the "Replace Building 2 Air Handler Units" project at the Salem VA Healthcare System. It details requirements for:

• Electrical Installations: Covers general requirements, low-voltage power conductors and cables, grounding and bonding, raceway and boxes, panelboards, motor controllers, transformers, and wiring devices.

• HVAC Systems: Includes common work results for HVAC, noise and vibration control, testing, adjusting, and balancing, HVAC and boiler plant insulation, commissioning of HVAC systems, direct-digital control systems, air terminal units, indoor central-station air-handling units, air coils, and HVAC fans.

• Plumbing Systems: Details requirements for facility water distribution, sanitary sewer and vent piping, plumbing insulation, and hydronic piping.

• Fire Detection and Alarm Systems: Outlines requirements for the fire alarm system, including notification appliances, initiating devices, and system components.

• Electronic Safety and Security Systems: Covers requirements for conductors, cables, grounding, bonding, conduits, boxes, and surge protection devices.

• Other Systems: Includes specifications for metal fabrications, concrete, firestopping, joint sealants, painting, temporary construction, demolition, mold remediation, and acoustical ceilings.

• Compliance: Strict adherence to specified standards (NEC, NFPA, ASTM, ASME, etc.) and VA requirements is mandatory.

• Materials and Equipment: All materials and equipment must be new, of current production, and from manufacturers with a proven track record. Specific material types and standards are detailed throughout.

• Installation: Detailed installation procedures, including coordination with other trades, seismic restraints, and proper termination of conductors, are outlined.

• Testing and Commissioning: Requirements for field tests, system functional performance tests, and commissioning processes are specified for various systems.

• Documentation: Comprehensive submittals, including shop drawings, product data, manuals, and as-built drawings, are required.

• Safety: Emphasis on job site safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), and adherence to OSHA and other safety regulations is paramount.

• Sustainable Construction: Requirements for recycled content, bio-based materials, and low-VOC materials are included where applicable.

This document is a compilation of various specification sections and does not represent a single solicitation document. It provides detailed technical requirements for a wide range of building systems and components.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains bid drawings for the "Replace Building 2 Air Handlers 658-24-102" project at the Salem VA Medical Center.

• Project Title: Replace Building 2 Air Handlers
• Project Number: 658-24-102
• Location: Salem VA Medical Center, 1970 Roanoke Blvd, Salem VA 24153
• Drawings Included: A comprehensive set of architectural, electrical, mechanical, and fire suppression drawings covering demolition, new work, phasing plans, life safety plans, reflected ceiling plans, details, and design criteria for both basement and first floor areas.
• Key Areas of Work: The drawings detail work in Area A and Area B of the basement and first floor, including the replacement of air handling units (AHUs), ductwork, piping, and associated systems.
• Phasing: The project is divided into multiple phases (1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D) for demolition and new work, with specific details provided on various sheets.
• Infection Control: Extensive notes and details are provided regarding infection control measures, temporary construction barriers, and work hour restrictions to minimize impact on hospital operations.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the scope of work, including demolition of existing systems and installation of new air handling units, ductwork, and associated mechanical, electrical, and fire suppression systems. They provide detailed layouts, phasing information, and specific requirements for construction, which are essential for accurate bidding and project execution.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Sources Sought notice for market research to identify potential sources for construction services for Project 658-24-102, "Replace Building 2 Air Handlers," at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, Virginia. The government is seeking information to determine potential set-aside requirements for future solicitations, particularly for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB).

• Complete site preparation, including demolition and removal of existing structures.

• Furnish labor and materials for Project 658-24-102 as per drawings and specifications.

• Includes general construction, alterations, selective demolition.

• Electrical Work: Lighting, receptacles, data/voice/video systems, fire alarm systems, and associated infrastructure.

• Mechanical Work: Ductwork, plumbing lines, sprinkler modifications, and associated infrastructure.

• Performance Period: 480 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• The attached Drawings and Specifications are draft documents and subject to change.

• Performance period is 480 calendar days from NTP.

• This notice is for market research; responses are not offers.

• Interested companies should respond via email to daniel.spaulding@va.gov.

• Response Due Date: June 15, 2026, 05:30 PM Eastern Time.

• NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors)

• SBA Size Standard: $19.0m annual revenue

• PSC Code: Z2DA (Repair or Alteration of Hospitals and Infirmaries)

• Responses will be reviewed regardless of business size.

• Future solicitations may be set-aside for SDVOSB/VOSB if the "rule of two" is met.

• Potential sources must be registered in SAM.gov.

• SDVOSB/VOSB firms must be registered in SBA's DSBS.

• Contractors with federal contracts of $150,000+ must have submitted the VETS-4212 Report.

• Favorable past performance in CPARS is required.

• Responses should include: summary of relevant experience (3 similar projects within 5 years), company POC, company name, UEI number, small business/socioeconomic status, and address.

• Attached documents: "658-24-102 B2 AHUs - BID Specifications" and "658-24-102 B2 AHUs - BID Drawings."