The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for vendors to provide semi-annual elevator inspections and five-year testing services at the Salem VA Medical Center in Virginia. Contractors are required to supply all labor, materials, and equipment necessary for inspecting elevators, dumbwaiters, and vertical transport equipment according to the Statement of Work and compliance with standards such as ANSI/ASME/NASEA. The request for quote (RFQ) will be available on March 18, 2025, with a performance period spanning one base year and four optional renewal years. To qualify for the contract, vendors must register in the SAM database and meet specified evaluation criteria. Additionally, if they are Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), or Small Businesses intending to subcontract, they must provide a plan demonstrating control over at least 51% of the work. The solicitation number is 36C24625Q0537, with inquiries directed to contracting officer Satasha Stewart via email. The document emphasizes regulatory compliance, and industry standards, and highlights opportunities for small businesses in federal contracting.
The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for semi-annual elevator inspections and five-year testing at the Salem VA Medical Center. The contractor must provide supplies, labor, and equipment for inspection services for 29 vertical transport devices. The contract includes a base year and four option years, with a total estimated value of $11.5 million. Key contract requirements include providing qualified inspectors per ANSI/ASME standards and completing scheduled inspections, with the first testing due in June 2026. Invoicing and payment will follow electronic submission protocols. The evaluation will focus on technical capability, price, and past performance, using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable approach. The contractor must demonstrate a thorough understanding of the inspection requirements and ensure compliance with all contractual terms while adhering to strict documentation and reporting guidelines. The RFQ emphasizes the importance of past performance in similar contracts as a determinant for successful selection. This procurement illustrates the VA's commitment to maintaining service standards for its facilities while prioritizing compliance and security.