C1NB--INCREASE CHILLED WATER CAPACITY AE Project 565-25-153
ID: 36C24625R0031Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: HEATING AND COOLING PLANTS (C1NB)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 20, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 17, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified architect-engineer firms to provide services for the project titled "Increase Chilled Water Capacity AE" at the Fayetteville VA Medical Center in North Carolina. The objective of this procurement is to develop comprehensive design documents, including schematics, specifications, and cost estimates for a 1000-ton capacity increase, with a construction budget estimated between $2 million and $5 million. This project is critical for enhancing the facility's operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with federal standards, particularly in healthcare settings. Interested firms, particularly those that are Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), must submit their qualifications using Standard Form 330 by April 17, 2025, with the anticipated award date for the contract set for August 25, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Elaine Belber at Elaine.Belber@va.gov.

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The document outlines the construction and demolition projects at the Fayetteville VA Medical Center, managed by the Office of Construction and Facilities Management of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The primary focus is on two significant undertakings: the Chiller Plant Demolition and Construction (Project VA701-16-F-0067) and the demolition and reconstruction of Buildings 3 and 10. These projects, initiated on May 22, 2017, involve detailed construction documents to meet the specific needs of the facility, emphasizing compliance with federal standards. Notable features include plans for HVAC systems and equipment schedules critical for operational efficiency. Key drawings specify demolition plans for existing structures, detailed construction methodologies, and essential control schematics, ensuring thorough project understanding and execution. Overall, the document illustrates the VA’s commitment to maintaining and improving its medical facilities to provide better services to veterans, aligning with broader goals of infrastructure modernization and compliance with safety regulations.
Apr 3, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting Architect-Engineering (A-E) firms to provide services for Project #565-25-153, aimed at increasing the chilled water capacity at the Fayetteville VA Medical Center in North Carolina. This presolicitation notice, specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), requests qualifications using Standard Form 330. The project entails producing comprehensive design documents, including schematics, specifications, and cost estimates for a 1000-ton capacity increase, with a construction budget estimated between $2 million and $5 million. Selected A-E firms will perform site investigations and develop multiple design alternatives, ensuring minimal disruption to the facility during upgrades. Key evaluation criteria include specialized experience, professional qualifications, and past performance, emphasizing competence in healthcare facility projects. The anticipated award date for the A-E contract is August 25, 2025, following a structured evaluation process aligned with the Brooks Act. All submissions must be electronic and delivered by April 17, 2025, highlighting the importance of certified qualifications and adherence to VA and federal regulations during construction planning and execution.
Feb 24, 2025, 10:05 PM UTC
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking Architect-Engineer services to increase the chilled water capacity at the Fayetteville VA Medical Center in North Carolina. This Sources Sought Notice serves as a market research tool, not a formal solicitation. The project budget ranges from $2 million to $5 million, with an NAICS classification of 541330 for Engineering Services and a PSC of C1NB for Heating and Cooling Plants. The anticipated work involves comprehensive engineering services, including site investigations, design submissions, cost estimates, and construction period support for the increase of 1000-ton chilled water capacity at the facility. The contractor must prepare several design alternatives, analyze their feasibility and costs, and ensure minimal disruption during implementation. The completion timeline spans 741 days, featuring detailed key milestones and reviews. Responses are requested from all interested parties, including small and large businesses, to help determine future procurement strategies. Interested firms must submit specific information, including capabilities, socioeconomic status, and prior experience. The deadline for submission is March 5, 2025. This effort reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing capacity and reliability in their medical facilities, ensuring higher standards of service delivery for veterans.
Apr 3, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document is an amendment to the solicitation for a project titled "Increase Chilled Water Capacity AE" under contract number 36C24625R0031 by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The primary purpose of this amendment is to respond to questions posed by potential offerors regarding the proposal submission process. Key points include confirmation that previous Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) are not acceptable in replacement of specific required questionnaires, clarification on page limits and font requirements for submissions, and the specification that the standard SF330 form provided by GSA must be utilized for proposals. The amendment maintains that the deadline for submission remains unchanged and emphasizes the importance of adhering to specified guidelines to ensure proposals meet the documentation standards. Overall, this amendment aims to facilitate a clear understanding between the government and offerors to ensure a fair and transparent bidding process for the project.
Apr 3, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document is an amendment to solicitation 36C24625R0031 issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 6. The amendment primarily increases the page limit for SF 330 submissions from 30 to 40 pages. Importantly, the due date and time for these submissions remain unchanged despite the page limit adjustment. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by the specified methods to ensure their offers are considered valid. This amendment illustrates the federal government's adjustments to contractor solicitation requirements, likely aimed at allowing bidders to provide more comprehensive proposals while maintaining adherence to set deadlines.
Apr 3, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document is a "Past Performance Questionnaire and Cover Letter" specifically designed for firms responding to a request from the VHA Network Contracting Office 6 for the Fayetteville VA Medical Center project, which involves increasing chilled water capacity. This document mandates the completion of a questionnaire assessing the past performance of the architectural and engineering (A-E) firm involved in similar projects. It requires the firm to provide information about at least three relevant projects, including general details such as contract number, project description, and responsibilities. The questionnaire assesses various performance factors—ranging from design services to follow-on construction support—using a rating scale from Exceptional to Unsatisfactory. It also requests evaluators to provide narrative explanations for lower ratings. The completed questionnaire is to be submitted via email to a specific government contact, underscoring the process's structured nature and the importance placed on solid past performance metrics. Overall, the document reflects the government's commitment to ensuring high-quality contractor performance in public works projects, particularly in relation to federal contracting standards.
Apr 3, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The Architect-Engineer Qualifications Standard Form 330 is utilized by federal agencies to assess the qualifications of architect-engineer (A-E) firms for contract selection, as mandated by the Selection of Architects and Engineers statute. The form comprises two parts: Part I details the qualifications specific to a contract, while Part II outlines the general qualifications of a firm or branch office. Key components of Part I include contract information, details about the proposed team, organizational structure, resumes of key personnel, example projects that demonstrate team experience, and an overview of personnel participation in these projects. Each section requires comprehensive but concise responses, focusing on relevant professional capabilities and past project experiences. Part II requests general information about the firm, including employee statistics by discipline and profiles of firm experience that encompass revenue and project categories. The document emphasizes compliance with agency-specific instructions and encourages firms to maintain updated qualifications on file. This standardization in presenting qualifications aims to ensure a fair selection process rooted in demonstrated competence, thereby fostering effective collaborations for infrastructure projects across governmental levels. The established structure helps agencies efficiently evaluate potential A-E partners for diverse projects, reflecting a commitment to transparency and quality in public procurement.
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