Z2DA--FY26: NRM (PROJ: 673-21-116) BB - Restoration of Building 1 Envelope
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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), Network Contract Office 8, is soliciting proposals for the Restoration of Building 1 Envelope (Project 673-21-116) at the James A. Haley VA Hospital in Tampa, Florida. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price construction contract with an estimated magnitude between $5 million and $10 million. Proposals are due March 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This project involves comprehensive renovation of Building 1's exterior envelope. The scope includes general construction, alterations, asbestos abatement, removal of existing structures, and installation of new building components as detailed in the provided drawings and specifications. Recent amendments, particularly Addendum 3 (dated 02/23/2026), have introduced significant revisions to specifications (e.g., exterior asbestos abatement, new asbestos survey report, glazing) and numerous drawing sheets, addressing RFI responses and updating architectural details.
Contract Details
The contract is a Firm-Fixed-Price type, with a performance period of 550 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. Performance and Payment Bonds are required, along with a Bid Bond (20% of bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less).
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This opportunity is a VetCert certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Offerors must be actively registered in SAM.gov and verified as SDVOSB. A mandatory "VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING" certification must be completed, requiring compliance with specific subcontracting limits (e.g., General Construction: not more than 85% to non-SDVOSB/VOSB firms). Offerors must also perform at least 15% of the contract cost (excluding materials) with their own employees. A Contractor Safety and Environmental Record Form requiring an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 1 or less for the past three years is also mandatory.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due March 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST and must be submitted electronically to David.hernandez1@va.gov. The evaluation will follow a "Best Value" tradeoff process, considering technical/management approach, specialized experience, schedule, past performance, and price. Bidders must submit a detailed Base Offer Price Breakdown, an Experience Information Sheet, and ensure their Past and Present Performance Questionnaire is submitted by references directly to the Contracting Officer. The latest Wage Determination (FL20260208 dated January 2, 2026) must be adhered to for labor cost estimation.
Amendments & Notes
Multiple amendments have been issued. Amendment 0005 (March 10, 2026) rescinded and replaced the Instructions to Offerors and Evaluation in their entirety, and confirmed the current proposal due date. Addendum 3 (February 23, 2026) provided extensive technical revisions to drawings and specifications. A pre-award protest was filed on February 2, 2026, but did not alter the solicitation's current requirements or deadlines. Offerors are responsible for reviewing all updated language and submitting in accordance with the revised instructions.