Z2DA--Actionable-554-23-101 Construct New SCI Residential Rehab Apartment, Building H (VA-26-00005761)

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction" clause. It requires offerors to certify their compliance with subcontracting limitations if awarded a contract. This is a mandatory certification for the offeror to complete and return with their bid, quotation, or proposal.

• Services Contract: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 50% of the government-paid amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs.

• General Construction Contract: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 85% of the government-paid amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Costs of materials are excluded.

• Special Trade Construction Contractors: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 75% of the government-paid amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Costs of materials are excluded.

• Certification: Offerors must complete and sign the certification section, including printed name, title, signature, date, and company information.

• Mandatory Submission: Failure to provide this completed certification will render the offer ineligible for award.

• Compliance Requirement: Bidders must understand and agree to comply with the specified subcontracting limitations based on the contract type (services, general construction, or special trade construction).

• Potential Review: The VA may require documentation (invoices, subcontracts) to verify compliance during contract performance or upon completion.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Drawings 554-23-101 New SCI Apartment set 2 of 2.pdf", contains the second set of drawings for the "Construct New SCI Residential Apartment Building H" project at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. It details existing conditions and modifications for various building systems within Building H.

This drawing set includes detailed plans for:

• Electrical Power & Lighting (Demo, Modifications, New Work)
• Public Address (PA) System (Demo, Modifications, New Work)
• Telecom / Data (Demo, Modifications, New Work)
• Physical Access Controls (PACS) (Demo, Modifications, New Work)
• Fire Detection/Alarm (Demo, Modifications, New Work)

Each sheet provides specific layouts, legends, keynotes, and notes related to the demolition of existing systems and the installation of new components. It also includes a general notes section applicable to the entire project, covering contractor responsibilities, material requirements, and coordination.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of work related to the renovation and upgrade of electrical, communication, security, and life safety systems within Building H. It outlines the specific areas requiring demolition and new installations, providing essential details for estimating costs, planning execution, and ensuring compliance with VA standards and local codes. Bidders must carefully review these drawings to accurately assess the project's technical requirements and existing conditions.

Specifications

This document, Volume 1 of 1, titled "Specifications" for "New SCI Residential Apartment VA 554-23-101," outlines the construction documents for the project. It includes a detailed Table of Contents covering various divisions of work, from General Requirements and Existing Conditions to specific trades like Metals, Thermal and Moisture Protection, Openings, Finishes, Specialties, Equipment, Furnishings, and Special Construction. It also details Fire Suppression, Plumbing, Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Electrical, Communications, Electronic Safety and Security, Earthwork, Exterior Improvements, Utilities, Transportation, and Electrical Power Generation. The document also includes sections on Project Schedules, Construction Security Requirements, Operations and Storage Areas, Disposal and Retention, Restoration, As-Built Drawings, Warranty Management, Temporary Use of Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, Temporary Use of Existing Elevators, Availability and Use of Utility Services, Instructions, Relocated Equipment Items, Storage Space for Department of Veterans Affairs Equipment, Construction Sign, Safety Sign, Photographic Documentation, Final Elevation Digital Images, and various other specifications related to construction.

• Project Identification: New SCI Residential Apartment, VA 554-23-101.

• Location: Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, 1700 N. Wheeling Street, Aurora, CO. 80045.

• Contract Numbers: VA Contract Number: 36C25922D0013, VA Task Order Number: 36C25924N0433, VA Project Number: 554-23-101.

• Date: July, 2025 (indicated on the cover page).

• Key Sections: The document is extensive, covering a wide range of construction specifications. Bidders should pay close attention to the "General Requirements" (Section 01 00 00), "Specifications and Drawings for Contractor" (Section 01 00 00, 1.4), and the "List of Drawing Sheets" (Section 00 01 15) for critical project details.

• This document appears to be a comprehensive set of specifications for a construction project, detailing requirements across numerous trades and systems.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be an Excel spreadsheet containing a breakdown of construction costs, likely intended for prime and subcontractors. It is structured to detail costs by CSI (Construction Specifications Institute) divisions, with separate sections for labor and materials.

• The spreadsheet is organized into multiple sheets, each corresponding to a CSI division (e.g., Division 0 Special Sections, Division 1 General Requirements, Division 3 Concrete, etc.).
• Each division sheet includes columns for System/Subsystem, Quantity, Unit, $/Unit, Total (for Labor), Quantity, Unit, $/Unit, Total (for Materials), and a final Total.
• There are also sections for 'Adjustments' including 'Local Market Conditions' and 'Small Business Utilization'.
• The 'SUMMATION' sheet provides an overview of totals for each division, sub-total, overhead, profit, bonds, and a project total.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the estimated cost breakdown of the project across various construction trades. It can help in formulating competitive bids, identifying potential cost drivers, and understanding how the government or prime contractor is approaching the project's financial structure. Bidders should review this to ensure their own cost estimations align or to identify areas where they can provide value. All sections currently show a total of 0.0, indicating this may be a template or an incomplete estimate.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a worksheet designed to help offerors calculate and document the self-performed and subcontracted portions of their work for the opportunity. It specifically addresses the requirement for General Construction (NAICS 236220) and specialty trade NAICS codes to allocate a minimum percentage of contract performance costs to their own employees or those of eligible Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns.

• Calculation of Self-Performed/Subcontracted Work: Requires a breakdown of material and personnel costs by specification division.
• Cost Categories: Includes Personnel Costs, Material/Equipment Costs, Profit, Home Office Overhead, and Bond costs.
• SDVOSB Requirement: Mandates clear identification of personnel costs performed by the offeror and by other eligible SDVOSB concerns.
• Specific Calculation Steps: Provides a four-step process to determine the 'Total amount of work to be self-performed under the Contract' and the resulting percentage.
• Certification: Requires an authorized representative to certify the accuracy of the representations.

This worksheet is crucial for bidders to demonstrate compliance with the subcontracting requirements, particularly the SDVOSB participation goals. Bidders must accurately complete this form to detail their cost allocations and ensure they meet the minimum self-performance thresholds. Failure to provide a satisfactory breakdown may impact proposal evaluation or award.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to questions and clarifications regarding the RFR's 554.23.101 Construct New SCI Residential Rehab Apartment, Building H (VA.26.00005761) solicitation.

• Nurse Call & Fire Alarm Systems: Questions addressed system management (in-house by FMS Electronics Shop), service providers (Beacon Communication LLC for nurse call, Vulcan Fire for fire alarm), and specific device details for the Rauland Borg nurse call system.
• New Nurse Call Light: A new nurse call light will be installed in the hallway outside apartment doors, matching existing system components.
• Domestic Cold Water Pipe: A new domestic cold water pipe will be run to the refrigerator as part of the contract.
• Drawing Clarifications: Numerous questions clarify symbols, keynotes, and specific drawing references (e.g., page numbers, item descriptions, and required actions like "PIV CARD/CAC" to "PIV CARD/PROX").
• System Relocations/Replacements: Clarifications include the relocation of Wireless Access Devices (WAPs), the requirement for a Rauland Borg Audio Pull Cord, and the replacement of existing thermostats, data outlets, and low voltage lighting control systems.
• Electrical & Signage: Confirmed "ELEXTRICAL" was a typo for "ELECTRICAL" and that existing signage should be removed and turned over to the COR.

These clarifications provide essential details for bidders regarding system requirements, component specifications, installation locations, and drawing interpretations, directly impacting proposal preparation and execution. Several questions confirm the need for new installations or replacements of existing systems and components.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire designed to gather feedback from clients regarding a contractor's performance on previous projects. It is intended to be completed by the client and submitted to the government as part of a bid or proposal process.

• Contractor Information: Fields for the firm's name, address, CAGE code, DUNS number, and point of contact.
• Work Performed: Details on whether the contractor acted as a prime or subcontractor, and the percentage of work performed.
• Contract Information: Specifics about the contract, including number, type, title, location, award and completion dates, and pricing.
• Project Description: A section for the contractor to describe the project and its relevance to the current opportunity.
• Client Information: Details about the client and their role in the project.
• Performance Information: A detailed rating scale (Exceptional to Not Available) across various categories including Quality, Schedule/Timeliness, Customer Satisfaction, Management/Personnel/Labor, Cost/Financial Management, Safety/Security, and General performance. Narrative explanations are required for unsatisfactory or marginal ratings.
• Strengths, Weaknesses, Deficiencies, Comments: Dedicated sections for qualitative feedback.

This questionnaire is a tool for the government to evaluate a bidder's past performance. Bidders will likely need to provide this document to their clients to initiate the past performance evaluation process. The completed questionnaire will inform the government's assessment of a bidder's ability to successfully perform the requirements of the current opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Construct New SCI Residential Rehab Apartment, Building H" project at the Rocky Mountain VAMC in Aurora, CO. The project involves remodeling existing space to create a residential rehabilitation apartment for spinal cord injury or disorder patients. The estimated project magnitude is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• Demolition of walls, floors, ceilings, plumbing, electrical, and low voltage systems.

• Construction of walls, floors, and ceilings.

• Installation of plumbing, electrical, and low voltage data and communication systems.

• Provision and installation of kitchen cabinetry and appliances.

• Implementation of Infection Control Risk Assessment IV (ICRA IV) protections.

• Specific details include level tile transitions, a retractable motorized kitchen table, bifold closet doors, quad electrical outlets in storage closets, accessible wave sensors, an additional nurse call pull cord, and independent switches for circadian light fixtures.

• Strict adherence to VA standards, OSHA, AIA Construction Guidelines, Joint Commission Environment of Care Standards, and applicable building codes is required.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: 360 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Site Visit: January 15, 2026, at 1 PM MT.

• Questions Due: January 22, 2026, by 10:00 AM MT via email.

• Proposals Due: February 9, 2026, by 10:00 AM MT via email.

• Evaluation Factors: Past Performance (most important), Compliance Requirements, and Price.

• Tradeoff source selection procedures will be used.

• Award is intended without discussions, but the government reserves the right to hold discussions.

• This acquisition is set aside for Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).

• Offerors must be visible and verified in the SBA certification database at the time of offer submission.

• Joint ventures are permitted if they meet specific SBA requirements.

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Small Business size standard: $45M).

• Experience Modification Rate (EMR) must be equal to or less than 1.0.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• A bid guarantee of 20% (not to exceed $3,000,000) is required.

• Proposals must be submitted via email to Elia-Laritza.Ruiz-Manzo@va.gov. Emails are limited to 15 MB.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains the "Drawings" for Project 554-23-103, "Construct New SCI Residential Apartment Building H" at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center in Aurora, CO. It serves as a comprehensive set of architectural and engineering plans for the construction project.

• Cover Sheet (04-GI-001): Includes project title, number, location, consultants, and a detailed index of all included drawings.
• Architectural Plans (04-AI-xxx series): Detail floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior elevations, finish plans, partition types, and details.
• Structural Plans (04-SS-xxx series): Outline framing plans and structural details.
• Mechanical Plans (04-MI-xxx series): Cover general notes, symbols, HVAC plans (interstitial and main), and details.
• Plumbing Plans (04-PI-xxx series): Include general notes, symbols, piping plans (service level, level 1, domestic water), and details.
• Electrical Plans (04-EI-xxx series): Detail general notes, symbols, power plans, lighting plans, panel schedules, and details.
• Telecom Plans (04-TI-xxx series): Cover general notes, symbols, telecom demo plans, and technology plans.
• Fire Alarm Plans (04-ES-501): Illustrate the fire alarm system layout.
• Physical Access Controls (04-AC-101): Detail the access control system for the building.

These drawings are essential for any bidder to understand the full scope of work, including the construction, demolition, and integration of all building systems (architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and telecommunications). They provide the detailed specifications required for accurate bidding and execution of the project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains electrical demolition and power plans for the "Construct New SCI Residential" project at Aurora, Colorado. It details the existing electrical infrastructure to be removed and the new power layouts.

• Demolition Plans (Sheet 04-ED-101): Identifies specific electrical components (receptacles, wiring, conduit, lighting fixtures, switches, occupancy sensors, exit lights) to be demolished. It also notes the relocation of existing conduits for future circadian lighting.
• Electrical Power Plans (Sheet 04-ES-401): Illustrates the new electrical power distribution, including receptacle locations, lighting layouts, and power sources for various areas within the facility.
• Key Notes & Sheet Notes: Provide critical instructions regarding demolition scope, new work, compliance with NFPA 70E for energized work, verification of existing conditions, and coordination with the COR.
• Appliance Schedule: Lists specific kitchen appliances and their corresponding abbreviations.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of work related to electrical systems. It outlines what needs to be removed and what new installations are required, directly impacting project planning, resource allocation, and cost estimation for electrical trades.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a presolicitation notice for "Construct New SCI Residential Rehab Apartment, Building H" (Actionable-554-23-101). The Department of Veterans Affairs requires the remodeling of existing space into a residential rehabilitation apartment for spinal cord injury or disorder patients. The work will be performed in Inpatient Building South (Building H) at RMR VAMC.

• Demolish existing walls, floors, ceilings, plumbing, electrical, and low voltage systems.

• Construct new walls, floors, ceilings, and install new plumbing, electrical, and low voltage systems.

• Provide and install kitchen cabinetry and appliances.

• Implement Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) protections during construction.

• Work causing noise, vibration, dust, or disruption must be performed after normal working hours.

• Contract encompasses all materials and work necessary to comply with applicable codes, be field tested, fully functional, and installed per manufacturer's specifications.

• Magnitude of the project is estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• A Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected to be posted on or about January 5, 2026.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM Mountain Time, Denver, USA.

• This procurement is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).

• Offerors must be verified by the Small Business Administration (SBA) through the SBA certification database (13 CFR Part 128, VAAR 819.7011, and VAAR 819.7003) at the time of offer submission and contract award. Failure to be both verified and visible in the SBA database will result in the proposal being deemed non-compliant.

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a small business size standard of $45 million.

• Product Service Code: Z2DA

• Place of Performance: 1700 N Wheeling St, Aurora, CO 80045, USA.

• Contact: Elia Laritza Ruiz Manzo, Contracting Specialist, Elia-Laritza.Ruiz-Manzo@va.gov, 303-712-5727.