Z2NB--657A5-22-103, Replace Air Handlers in Building 1, MRN

Specifications / Bid Documents

This document, "Specifications Volume 2 of 2," dated March 7, 2025, outlines the technical specifications for the "Replace Air Handlers in Building 1" project at the Marion VA Medical Center in Marion, IL. It details various divisions and sections related to construction and building systems, including:

• Division 00 - Special Sections: List of Drawing Sheets.
• Division 01 - General Requirements: Covers general project requirements, schedules, shop drawings, safety, quality control, and waste management.
• Division 02 - Existing Conditions: Demolition.
• Division 03 - Concrete: Cast-in-place concrete.
• Division 04 - Masonry: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 05 - Metals: Structural steel framing, steel joist framing, steel decking, cold-formed metal framing, metal fabrications, and metal stairs.
• Division 06 - Wood, Plastics and Composites: Rough carpentry.
• Division 07 - Thermal and Moisture Protection: Thermal insulation, roof and deck insulation, air barriers, roofing, firestopping, and joint sealants.
• Division 08 - Openings: Hollow metal doors and frames, coiling doors, door hardware, louvers, and vents.
• Division 09 - Finishes: Gypsum board and painting.
• Division 10 - Specialties: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 11 - Equipment: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 12 - Furnishings: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 13 - Special Construction: Seismic restraint requirements for non-structural components.
• Division 14 - Conveying Equipment: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 21 - Fire Suppression: Wet-pipe sprinkler systems.
• Division 22 - Plumbing: Common work results, general-duty valves, heat tracing, insulation, commissioning, and facility water distribution and sanitary/vent piping.
• Division 23 - Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC): Common work results, noise and vibration control, testing, adjusting, and balancing, commissioning, direct-digital control systems, convection heating and cooling units, air handling units, air coils.
• Division 26 - Electrical: Requirements for electrical installations, low-voltage power conductors and cables, grounding and bonding, raceway and boxes, panelboards, wiring devices, interior lighting, and lightning protection.
• Division 27 - Communications: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 28 - Electronic Safety and Security: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 31 - Earthwork: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 32 - Exterior Improvements: Chain link fences and gates.
• Division 33 - Utilities: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 34 - Transportation: (No specific sections listed).
• Division 48 - Electrical Power Generation: (No specific sections listed).

This volume appears to be a comprehensive set of specifications detailing the materials, installation methods, and quality assurance requirements for various building systems, with a significant focus on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire suppression systems. It references numerous industry standards and codes.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Replace Air Handlers in Building 1" project at the Marion VA Medical Center in Marion, Illinois. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15, intends to award a Construction Contract for this project.

The primary work involves the replacement of Air Handlers in Building 1. Specific tasks include general construction, installation and removal of temporary timbermat road and security fencing, installation and removal of temporary AHU and Boiler at ground level, and the removal, disposal, and replacement of the existing AHU 3, its enclosed penthouse structure, and other related items. The NAICS code for this project is 238220 - Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors, with a size standard of $19 Million.

• Estimated Magnitude: $2,000,000.00 to $5,000,000.00

• Period of Performance: 365 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Proposal Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to maria.hoover@va.gov by March 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT. Contractors are required to verify email receipt.

• Evaluation Process: Proposals will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Source Selection Process (FAR Part 15.101-2).

• Key Deadlines:

  • Site Visit: March 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.
  • Questions Due: March 6, 2026, by 12:00 PM CDT.
  • Proposals Due: March 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT.

• Evaluation Factors for Technical Acceptability:

  1. Relevant Past Performance of Prime Contractor.
  2. Technical Construction Experience of Prime Contractor.
  3. Technical Construction Experience and Past Performance of the Mechanical Subcontractor.
  4. Technical Qualifications of Proposed Key Personnel.
  5. Prime Contractor Safety Plan.

• This project is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Offerors must be certified as SDVOSBs and listed in the SBA certification database at the time of offer and award.

• Joint Ventures are permitted only if they are VA SDVOSB Joint Ventures.

• Contractors and Joint Ventures must be registered in SAM.gov.

• A Bid Bond is required.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required.

• Contractors are exempt from state sales tax for this project.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and VAAR clauses and provisions.

Drawings / Bid Documents

This document contains a comprehensive set of architectural and engineering drawings for the "Replace Air Handlers in Building 1" project at the Marion VA Medical Center. The drawings detail structural, architectural, mechanical, fire protection, electrical, and plumbing aspects of the project. Key areas covered include:

• Structural: Penthouses, framing plans, elevations, and details for steel and concrete structures.
• Architectural: Accessibility requirements, general project notes, and abbreviations.
• Mechanical: HVAC system plans, demolition plans, new work plans, schematics, details, and schedules for air handling units, steam-to-hot water heat exchangers, and piping systems. It also includes temporary HVAC system provisions during construction.
• Fire Protection: System notes, symbols, legends, and plans for sprinkler systems.
• Electrical: Power, lighting, fire alarm, and lightning protection plans, along with general notes, symbols, and schedules for panels and equipment.
• Plumbing: System abbreviations, symbols, notes, and plans for various plumbing systems, including sanitary, cold water, and hot water.
• Controls: General control notes, legends, schematics, and sequences of operation for HVAC systems.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the full scope of work, including the demolition of existing systems and the installation of new mechanical and electrical equipment, structural modifications, and associated infrastructure. They provide detailed specifications for materials, dimensions, and installation methods required for the project.

Specifications / Bid Documents

This document, "Specifications Volume 1 of 2," for Project Number 657A5-22-103, outlines the technical requirements for replacing air handlers in Building 1 at the Marion VA Medical Center. It details various divisions and sections of master specifications, including general requirements, existing conditions, concrete, metals, thermal and moisture protection, openings, finishes, specialties, equipment, furnishings, special construction, conveying equipment, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, integrated automation, electrical, communications, electronic safety and security, earthwork, exterior improvements, utilities, transportation, electrical power generation, and demolition.

• Division 00 - Special Sections: Includes a list of drawing sheets.

• Division 01 - General Requirements: Covers general project requirements, safety, bid items, and specifications for contractor use.

• Divisions 02-48: Detail specific technical requirements for various construction trades, including demolition, concrete, metals, thermal and moisture protection, openings, finishes, specialties, equipment, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and more.

• Section 00 01 15 - List of Drawing Sheets: Provides a comprehensive list of all drawings accompanying the specification.

• Section 01 00 00 - General Requirements: Outlines safety requirements, general intentions, bid items, and specifications for contractor use.

• Section 01 32 16.15 - Project Schedules: Details requirements for developing and maintaining a Critical Path Method (CPM) project schedule.

• Section 01 33 23 - Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples: Defines general requirements and procedures for submittals.

• Section 01 35 26 - Safety Requirements: Outlines safety protocols, including accident prevention, hazard analyses, and training.

• Section 01 45 00 - Quality Control: Specifies requirements for the contractor's quality control system.

• Section 01 45 29 - Testing Laboratory Services: Details requirements for materials testing and inspection services.

• Section 01 57 19 - Temporary Environmental Controls: Covers control of environmental pollution and damage.

• Section 01 74 19 - Construction Waste Management: Specifies requirements for managing non-hazardous building construction and demolition waste.

• Section 01 81 13 - Sustainable Construction Requirements: Outlines general requirements and procedures for sustainable construction.

• Section 01 91 00 - General Commissioning Requirements: Defines the commissioning process and procedures.

• Bidders are encouraged to visit the site by appointment only.

• Drawings and contract documents can be obtained from the website where the solicitation is posted.

• The document is "Specifications Volume 1 of 2," indicating a second volume may contain further details.