The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks qualifications from service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses for a fixed-price contract. It entails upgrading boiler plant controls at the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta, Maine. Professional architect/engineer (A/E) services are required for design and construction support. The project, divided into Type A, B, and optional Type C phases, aims to enhance boiler plant efficiency. Firms are invited to submit SF 330 qualification packages by 16 September 2024, with selections made based on specialized experience, past performance, professional qualifications, and other criteria. This notice is not a request for proposals, and firms are advised that responding to it does not guarantee any subsequent solicitation.
The document is a modification notice concerning the solicitation for the Boiler Plant Controls Upgrade under solicitation number 36C24124R0094, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs. It establishes the response deadline as September 16, 2024, at 3:30 PM Eastern Time and confirms it is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC). The modification serves to clarify vendor inquiries regarding proposal submissions, specifically addressing the inclusion of renderings and performance evaluations within the proposal. Vendors are allowed to include graphics and charts as long as they do not exceed the specified page limit. Additionally, past performance evaluations, such as CPARS, are not included in this limit, allowing vendors to provide comprehensive documentation of their capabilities. This notice reflects the agency’s ongoing efforts to communicate effectively with potential contractors and ensure a transparent bidding process.
The VA Maine Healthcare System is initiating a project for a Boiler Plant Controls Upgrade at its Togus facility, with an estimated construction cost between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. The project involves architect-engineer (A/E) services for the upgrade of boiler plant controls, requiring site visits, field investigations, design of new equipment, and compliance with VA guidelines. Significant components include the installation of advanced controls for Cleaver Brooks boilers, necessary demolition, and integration of safety features.
The A/E will oversee two phases: design and construction support, including analysis of contractor bids and onsite inspections. The project follows the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements and mandates commissioning services. The design must adhere to VA technical standards, emphasizing environmental compliance and life safety codes. Additionally, the document specifies requirements for contractor personnel health screenings, cybersecurity guidelines, and submittal formats for documentation.
With a detailed timeline of 120 calendar days for the design phase, the initiative reflects the VA's commitment to maintaining modern and efficient healthcare facilities in accordance with federal regulations and standards. The overarching purpose is to enhance operational efficiency and safety measures at the Togus facility while engaging in environmentally responsible practices.
The document is a Past Performance Questionnaire and cover letter tailored for firms responding to a federal Request for SF 330, specifically for the Department of Veterans Affairs' National Contracting Office (NCO 1). It requires firms to provide past performance information for contracts to assess their qualifications and solicit feedback from previous clients. The questionnaire includes detailed sections for evaluating design services, construction support, and specific methodologies like LEED and BIM.
Respondents must fill out details about their firm, project, and client evaluator, rating performance across various criteria, such as technical competence, problem resolution, and project management. Firms are instructed to submit completed questionnaires directly to designated VA representatives, emphasizing the sensitivity of information provided. The overall purpose is to gauge the firm's historical performance to inform future contracting decisions, vital for ensuring quality and reliability in federal projects. This process underscores the importance of accountability and transparency in government contracting.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Special Notice for Architect/Engineer (A/E) Design Services under solicitation number 36C24124R0094, focusing on a Boiler Plant Controls Upgrade at the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta, ME. This project aims to enhance the facility by installing new controls for three Cleaver Brooks boilers, requiring a Firm Fixed Price contract. The A/E services are divided into two phases: design (Type A and B) and optional construction support (Type C), with a total performance period of 120 days for the design phase.
This opportunity is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), and respondents must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and certified under the SBA’s VetCert program. Submissions must address seven selection criteria, including specialized experience, past performance, and commitment to using SDVOSBs. The evaluation process involves a shortlist of top candidates for contract negotiations, with a defined submission deadline of September 16, 2024. Interested firms must email a completed SF 330 qualification package, adhering to strict format guidelines and page limitations, to the designated Contract Specialist, Alexandru Sava.