4520--Lyons VAMC Water Heater Replacement Brand Specific to ensure hookups are compatible no additional piping being considered

This government solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is a request for proposals (RFP) to procure two Patterson-Kelley semi-instantaneous water heaters for the Lyons VA Medical Center. The acquisition is a total set-aside for certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The selected contractor will provide materials only, as VA staff will handle installation. The RFP details specific technical requirements for each water heater, including capacity, pressure vessels, tube bundles, pumps, valves, and controls. The contract includes standard commercial terms and conditions, along with specific clauses related to security prohibitions, limitations on subcontracting for SDVOSBs, electronic payment submissions, and delivery instructions. The performance period for the work is 60 days from the award date, and invoices are due 30 days after delivery and submittal.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for the Lyons VAMC Water Heater Replacement project, specifically seeking Patterson-Kelley Model PK-08D and PK-10D Semi-Instantaneous Water Heaters. This is a brand-specific request to ensure compatibility with existing hookups and avoid additional piping. The notice details the required specifications for two water heaters, including their GPM output, operating temperatures, pressure vessel ratings, and specific components like circulator pumps, control valves, and relief valves. The project also requires factory insulation, double-wall copper nickel tube bundles, and features like vertical stands and high-temperature limit systems. The response deadline is May 11, 2026, at 4 PM Eastern Time.