Z2DA--Replace Auxiliary Chiller
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Qualification Details
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) has awarded ACRO CONSTRUCTION, LLC a Firm Fixed-Price contract valued at $678,000.00 for the replacement of an auxiliary chiller at Building 3 of the Fayetteville VA Medical Center. This project was a Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The award was made on March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project, identified as Project 565-24-113, involves the removal and replacement of an existing 120-ton auxiliary chiller at Building 3. Key deliverables include:
- Integration of the new chiller with the existing Building Automation System (BAS) using BACNET compliant controls.
- Installation of two (2) 250 gpm pumps in an adjacent mechanical room, also integrated into the BAS.
- All work must comply with applicable Federal and State regulations, VA master specifications, NFPA, and UL standards.
- The contractor is responsible for providing Operation & Maintenance manuals and warranty documentation upon completion.
- Technical specifications covered hydronic piping, hydronic pumps, packaged water chillers (scroll air-cooled), and HVAC insulation.
- Clarifications from amendments indicated that the manufacturer is not specified but must meet Buy American and SOW requirements, and the contractor must use the current concrete pad, handling any necessary demolition/construction if the new chiller exceeds its size. Welded steel piping is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Award Value: $678,000.00
- Awardee: ACRO CONSTRUCTION, LLC
- Award Date: March 9, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Period of Performance: To be completed within 6 months of Notice to Proceed (NTP).
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors)
Evaluation
The award resulted from an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The Bid Abstract showed four offerors, with ACRO CONSTRUCTION, LLC submitting the lowest bid of $678,000.00. Offerors were required to acknowledge amendments and provide proof of SDVOSB certification.
Additional Notes
The project included a pre-bid site visit and addressed vendor questions regarding staffing, safety (no known asbestos/lead, ICRA not anticipated), chiller specifications (screw or scroll acceptable, amperage requirements), piping, insulation, and testing & balancing (not required for primary chiller loop).