Z2DA--673-20-107 EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction Tampa, FL
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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 soliciting proposals for the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project (Project 673-20-107) at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, FL. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract with an estimated value between $20 million and $50 million. Proposals are due by April 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This project involves comprehensive general construction, infrastructure upgrades, and renovation of existing spaces. Key aspects include:
- Infrastructure Upgrades: Electrical systems, bonding, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), Building Management System (BMS) interfaces, HVAC, communication systems, physical security upgrades, and campus-wide fiber infrastructure backbone.
- Site Modifications: Work may impact roads, walks, grading, drainage, and other existing utilities.
- Specialized Work: Data Center Wide Area Network (WAN) updates and hazardous material abatement.
- Specific Requirements: The project includes a new line item (0002) for stabilizing an existing power pole and reinstalling/relocating a guy wire, with a Not-to-Exceed Allowance of $15,000.00. Structural calculations, detailed drawings (Volumes 1-3), and specifications for various building components (e.g., fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, communications, electronic safety/security) are provided.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Estimated Value: $20,000,000 to $50,000,000
- Period of Performance: 900 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed (NTP).
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). The prime contractor must be SBA-certified as an SDVOSB.
- Brand Name Justification: Johnson Controls Direct Digital Controls are specified for HVAC due to existing infrastructure and standardization needs.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to jason.phillip@va.gov (cc: bridget.may@va.gov) in three separate volumes, each under 5MB:
- Volume I: Past Performance: Requires 2-3 projects completed within the last five years, each exceeding $20 million, demonstrating experience in large-scale communication infrastructure construction within active healthcare environments, including phased construction and infection control. Past Performance is significantly more important than Price.
- Volume II: Price: Requires a Firm Fixed Price, including a completed Price Schedule and detailed Division Pricing (Attachment 19). Offerors must provide a lump sum price for both Line Item 0001 (Base) and Line Item 0002 (Base).
- Volume III: Administrative Information: Includes SAM certifications, FAR clauses, and the VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting (Attachment 15).
- Mandatory: A Bid Guarantee (SF 24) is required (20% of proposal price, max $3M). Payment and Performance Bonds are required upon award. Offerors must acknowledge all amendments.
Key Amendments & Clarifications
- Amendment 0006 (April 7, 2026): Extended the proposal due date to April 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT, and added Line Item 0002.
- Amendment 0005 (March 31, 2026): Updated Sections 2.8 and 2.9 regarding proposal requirements and evaluation methodology, particularly for past performance projects not meeting the $20 million threshold.
- Amendment 0004 (March 30, 2026): Added FAR Provision 52.203-2 and new attachments, including Addendum 1 Combined Drawings and Narrative, and updated general specifications.
- Amendment 0003 (March 27, 2026): Provided answers to technical questions, additional contract clauses, and the "PKI Readers" attachment.
- RFI Responses: Numerous technical questions have been answered, clarifying aspects like project schedules (updated spec 01 32 16.15), use of Procore, soil reports, fireproofing, ductbank details, security systems (JCI preferred), Buy American Act, asbestos, traffic control, ICRA, and the project magnitude.
- Project Scheduling: Requires a resource-loaded Network Analysis System (NAS) plan, monthly updates, and a qualified 3rd-party scheduling consultant.
Place of Performance & Contacts
- Location: James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612.
- Primary Contact: Jason Phillip, Contract Specialist, jason.phillip@va.gov.
- Secondary Contact: Bridget May, bridget.may@va.gov.