H261--RFQ3 FY25 GNSV Load Banking Base Plus 4 One-Year Options
ID: 36C24825Q0102Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- ELECTRIC WIRE AND POWER DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT (H261)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c0a4b8b08ab04b7aa72bfa4d81fd431e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a contractor to provide generator load banking services at the Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida, under a Firm Fixed Price contract. The contractor will be responsible for conducting annual load banking tests on four Cummins backup generators, ensuring they operate reliably during power outages, which is crucial for maintaining operational continuity in healthcare services for veterans. Interested contractors should be prepared to meet specific performance outcomes, adhere to safety standards, and engage in small business practices, with the solicitation expected to be posted shortly and responses due by November 20, 2024, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Contract Specialist Kristin Powers at kristin.powers3@va.gov or Contracting Officer Heidi Parrish at heidi.parrish@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kristin PowersContract Specialist
    (813) 426-1308
    kristin.powers3@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24825Q0102_1.docx
    The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a presolicitation notice for generator load banking services at the Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida. The procurement is planned as a Firm Fixed Price contract, with solicitation number 36C24825Q0102. Interested contractors should respond by November 20, 2024, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. The solicitation will be available shortly, emphasizing the VA's need for reliable contractor services to ensure operational readiness of their generator systems. The points of contact for this project are Contract Specialist Kristin Powers and Contracting Officer Heidi Parrish, whose contact details are provided within the notice. The notice includes additional details such as the procurement type, classification code, and pertinent agency information, all aimed at ensuring that potential bidders have necessary insights into the requirements and process.
    36C24825Q0102.docx
    The document details a federal solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to provide generator load banking services at the Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida. The contract will commence on December 1, 2024, and extend for four additional option years. The contractor is required to perform load banking on four Cummins backup generators annually, ensuring they operate reliably during power failures. Key points include the contractor's responsibilities, such as providing all necessary labor, tools, and equipment to conduct tests at a minimum of 80% capacity for four hours per generator. The document specifies performance outcomes, necessary qualifications for contractors, and adherence to safety standards. Moreover, it outlines guidelines for invoicing and payment processes, including mandatory electronic submission. Additionally, it emphasizes a commitment to small business engagement, incorporating relevant clauses from the FAR and VAAR. The intent is to ensure high availability and performance of the backup power systems crucial to the VA's operational continuity, especially during emergencies. This solicitation reflects the government's focus on maintaining reliable infrastructure in healthcare facilities for veterans.
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