The Department of Veterans Affairs, under Solicitation Number 36C24225Q0143, seeks proposals for the supply of a defective tube bundle and relief valve for the Northport VA Medical Center. This procurement is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and falls under NAICS code 332911. The contractor will be responsible for delivering the specified components to the Northport facility within 60 days after a Notice to Proceed is issued. Key requirements include field measurements of existing equipment, compliance with safety and legal standards, and coordination with the VA’s Officer Representative for delivery acceptance.
The project involves replacing a tube bundle and a relief valve for the medical center's steam-to-hot water heat exchanger, which is critical for the facility's operational heating systems. Interested parties must submit their quotes by December 30, 2024, and follow detailed provisions regarding contractor qualifications and safety regulations. The award will consider technical capability, past performance, and pricing, aiming for the most advantageous offer for the government.
The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the Northport VA Medical Center, seeking qualified businesses to replace a defective tube bundle and a relief valve for the facility's steam-to-hot water heat exchanger. The notice is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation. Interested parties are invited to respond by December 2, 2024, detailing their capabilities to meet specifications outlined under NAICS Code 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing).
Key requirements include determining the existing system's specifications, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and delivering the necessary components within a 60-day performance window following the contract award. Contractors must adhere to safety laws, coordinate delivery with a VA representative, and validate the integrity of replacement products upon arrival. The document emphasizes that this announcement does not obligate the government for future solicitations and that responses will not incur government costs. This notice reflects an ongoing effort to maintain and upgrade critical infrastructure services within the VA healthcare system.
The Northport VA Medical Center solicits bids for the replacement of a defective tube bundle and relief valve for its steam-to-hot water heat exchanger system. This request for quotations (RFQ) is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and follows the guidelines of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The procurement falls under NAICS code 332911, and interested contractors must ensure compliance with VA specifications outlined in the statement of work. The delivery of equipment is required within 60 days following a notice to proceed.
The contractor must coordinate the delivery schedule with the VA's Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and ensure that the equipment is checked for damage prior to delivery acceptance. Safety compliance with relevant OSHA regulations is mandatory, necessitating the protection of government property against fire or explosions.
Quotations will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with awards made to the most beneficial offer for the government. Contractors must complete essential representations and certifications electronically and submit a complete quotation by the specified deadline. Communication regarding the solicitation should be directed to the designated Contracting Officer.