Z2DA--657-25-301JC, Repair energy Plant Cooling Tower, JC
ID: 36C25525R0029Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Z2DA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d3d7a1282c0a496bab9c30aaf45cf01d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to repair the Energy Plant Cooling Tower at the St. Louis Veterans Administration Medical Center. The project involves replacing hot water distribution basins, installing a urethane liner, and replacing fill media, with a performance period of 90 days from the Notice to Proceed. This repair is crucial to maintaining operational efficiency and minimizing disruptions at the medical center. Proposals are due by September 24, 2024, at 2:00 PM, and interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Timothy V Parison at TIMOTHY.PARISON@VA.GOV for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Timothy V ParisonContract Specialist
    TIMOTHY.PARISON@VA.GOV
    Files
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    Posted
    36C25525R0029_1.docx
    The presolicitation notice concerns the project titled "657-25-301JC Repair Energy Plant Cooling Tower" at the St. Louis VA Medical Center, which aims to repair and upgrade the cooling tower system. This project involves replacing key components such as hot water distribution basins, installing a new lining within the cold-water basin, and replacing fill media using specified materials. It is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under 38 USC 8127(d). The estimated contract value is between $250,000 and $500,000, with a performance period of 90 days from the notice to proceed (NTP). Subcontracting regulations stipulate that no more than 85% of the contract's funds may be paid to firms not classified as SDVOSBs. Proposal submissions are due on January 23, 2025, with the solicitation package available from December 23, 2024. An organized site visit is encouraged for prospective contractors. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Veteran Small Business Certification database is required for participation. The government prioritizes a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation approach for awarding the contract, reflecting standard federal procurement practices.
    36C25525R0029.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for the construction and repair of the Energy Plant Cooling Tower at the St. Louis Veterans Administration Medical Center. The project requires contractors to execute specific tasks, including replacing hot water distribution basins, installing a urethane liner, and replacing fill media. The performance period is mandated at 90 days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP). Contractors must submit proposals complete with technical and pricing information, a crane lift plan, and utility outage requests in adherence to VA safety standards. The bidding process necessitates compliance with various regulatory requirements, including SBA VetCert certification and registration in SAM.gov. Contractors must also ensure adequate background checks, provide a detailed project management plan, and meet specified insurance coverages. Furthermore, they must manage subcontracting limits to comply with federal guidelines. A site visit is scheduled to provide further insight into the requirements. The project emphasizes the importance of minimizing operational disruptions during the repairs to ensure that the medical center remains functional.
    36C25525R0029 0001.docx
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically from the Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15. It primarily serves to announce changes related to the solicitation number 36C25525R0029, as well as to extend the deadline for submitting offers. Key modifications include rescheduling the Pre-Bid Site visit to January 8, 2025, at 11:00 am CST, held at a specified location in St. Louis, MO. All other previously stated terms and conditions in the solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment outlines actions required by offerors to acknowledge the changes and reaffirm the existing contract stipulations. This document represents standard administrative modifications typical in government procurement processes, ensuring bid transparency and adherence to protocols.
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