Z2DA--Renovate Hot Lab 539-26-502
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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), specifically the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, has announced a presolicitation for the renovation of the Hot Lab (Room C212, Building 1). This project aims to enhance workflow efficiency, replace outdated components, update casework, address hazardous materials, and support nuclear medicine preparation. The opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, abatement, testing, and supervision. Key tasks include:
- Demolition and hazardous material abatement.
- Replacement of casework, ceiling, and the existing obsolete fume hood with a modern preparation enclosure.
- Modifications to plumbing.
- Updates to power and data infrastructure.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) Set-Aside under NAICS code 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction). Offerors must be eligible SDVOSBs and small businesses, certified in the SBA database at the time of quote submission and award. Joint ventures are eligible if they meet 13 CFR part 128 requirements, with the managing partner making representations. SDVOSB/VOSB concerns must also comply with SBA requirements, including the nonmanufacturer rule and limitations on subcontracting. Willful misrepresentation of SDVOSB status may lead to debarment.
Key Dates & Contact
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Intended Solicitation Release: Around April 17, 2026
- Response Date (for future solicitation): May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 2, 2026
- Place of Performance: Cincinnati VAMC, Cincinnati, OH
- Contracting Officer: Ron Heidemann (ronald.heidemann@va.gov, 513-559-3708)
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation; the government intends to issue one around April 17, 2026. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a quotation once the solicitation is released. Change orders, if issued, will follow FAR 52.243-5 and VAAR 852.243-70.