The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for a construction project to renovate Building 62 AC Shop at the Olin E. Teague Veterans Medical Center in Temple, Texas. This project, with a magnitude between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000, is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) under NAICS code 236220. A Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be posted around November 28, 2025, with a response deadline of December 5, 2025. The renovation aims to ensure the AC shop space is safe and functional. Jose Portalatin is the point of contact for this procurement.
The document outlines the renovation project for Building 62, the AC Shop, at the Central Texas VA Healthcare System in Temple, TX (Project Number: 674-21-252). The project, issued for bid on 06/26/2024, focuses on interior alterations within the 5,115 SF facility, classified as mixed-occupancy industrial and storage. Key aspects include structural, architectural, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical system upgrades. The project adheres to various codes, including the 2021 International Building Code, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code 2024, and Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS). There are no requirements for fire separation or automatic sprinklers due to the building's size and height. The project addresses accessibility standards, including detailed dimensions for restrooms, showers, ramps, and door clearances. Life safety plans identify occupant loads and travel distances for egress. Existing conditions are documented with exterior, interior, and MEP+S photographs. O'Brien Engineering, Inc. is the Architect/Engineer of Record and also handles mechanical, plumbing, and electrical engineering, with CDC Structural Engineers as the structural consultant. The Contracting Officer Representative is Mr. Tyrone Bennett.
This document outlines the specifications for renovating Building 62 A/C Shop at the Olin E. Teague Veterans’ Medical Center in Temple, TX, for the US Department of Veterans Affairs. The project, identified as Project No. 674-21-252, involves converting an abandoned building into an A/C Maintenance Shop. Key work includes demolition of existing structures and finishes, hazardous materials abatement, and installation of new interior finishes, walls, doors, windows, furniture, fixtures, fire protection, electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, and lighting. The file details general requirements, safety protocols, construction security, site operations, utility management, alterations, waste disposal (including PCBs), protection of existing features, restoration, soil conditions, surveying, as-built drawings, and warranty management. It emphasizes adherence to VA security, safety, and environmental regulations, with specific guidelines for contractor conduct, material handling, and utility usage to minimize disruption to the operational medical center.
The VHA Pre-Construction Risk Assessment (PCRA) template (VHA-PCRA-2023-1.0) serves as a baseline for evaluating safety risks in construction, renovation, and maintenance activities within VHA facilities. It categorizes activities into
The "Solicitation No. 36C257XXXXX Attachment – Cost/Price Break" is a detailed cost and price breakdown worksheet for a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP). It categorizes potential project expenses into various divisions, ranging from general requirements (Division 01) to specialized areas like electrical power generation (Division 48) and other applicable costs. For each division, the document provides line items for material, labor, equipment, and other costs, culminating in a total for that division. The worksheet also includes sections for subtotal, overhead, profit, and bonds/insurance, leading to a total proposal cost. This structure is designed to allow offerors to provide a comprehensive and transparent breakdown of all anticipated expenses, ensuring clarity and facilitating evaluation in the government procurement process.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued Solicitation Number 36C25726R0010, a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Project 674-21-252, to renovate Building 62 AC Shop at the Olin E. Teague Veterans’ Medical Center in Temple, Texas. This 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside requires the contractor to provide all labor, supervision, materials, and equipment for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing reconfigurations. The project, estimated between $2 million and $5 million, has a mandatory performance period of 360 calendar days. Key requirements include performance and payment bonds, a Superintendent working directly for the prime contractor, adherence to all VA specifications, and strict compliance with safety, infection control, and invoicing procedures through the Tungsten System. Proposals are due January 29, 2026, by 10:00 AM CST, and will be evaluated on technical acceptability (EMR score), past performance (significantly more important than price), and price.
The Statement of Work outlines the renovation of Building 62 AC Shop at the Olin E. Teague Veterans’ Medical Center in Temple, Texas. The project requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and testing to reconfigure electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems. Due to the facility's 24/7 operation, some work will occur after hours and on weekends. The contractor must adhere to all contract documents, VA specifications, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) standards. Key requirements include coordinating with the VA for system shutdowns, managing demolition debris, ensuring worker safety (TB screening, security badges), and complying with strict invoicing procedures. Deliverables include performance and payment bonds, a Contractor Quality Control Plan, a Safety Plan, O&M manuals, training, and a three-year warranty. The project has a 360-calendar-day performance period, with government acceptance contingent upon successful system commissioning, punch list resolution, and provision of all documentation.