The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a presolicitation notice for a construction service project at the VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Las Vegas, NV. The project, titled "Replace Equipment in Mechanical Rooms Project No. 593-23-306," is a total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The scope of work includes decommissioning and demolishing existing clean steam generators and heating hot water pumps, procuring and installing a new reverse osmosis unit, modifying existing ductwork, and installing a new air handler. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $2,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00. The NAICS code is 236220, with a small business size standard of $45M. The solicitation documents are expected to be available around December 16, 2025, and proposals will be due by December 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. A site visit is strongly urged for offerors. The period of performance is 300 calendar days from the notice to proceed. Inquiries should be directed to Christopher Whipple at christopher.whipple@va.gov.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Southern Nevada Healthcare System is undertaking Project No. 593-23-306 to replace equipment in mechanical rooms within Building 6, North Las Vegas, Nevada. This project involves comprehensive mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing upgrades, adhering to strict VA standards and applicable federal and international building codes such as IBC 2024, NFPA 101, and NEC. Key aspects include demolition, installation of new equipment, and extensive infection control risk assessment (ICRA) measures. The ICRA outlines detailed precautions for dust control, negative air pressure, waste removal, and worker safety across four precaution levels (I-IV), with a Level III assigned to this project due to the activity category (D) and patient risk (Low) in affected areas. The project emphasizes maintaining clean work environments, coordinating with other trades, and ensuring continuous operational integrity of the facility.
This document outlines the Construction Scope of Work for Project 593-23-306, "Replace Equipment in Mechanical Rooms," at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS). The General Contractor (GC) will be responsible for furnishing all labor and materials for the project, which has a period of performance of 300 calendar days. Key tasks include the demolition and replacement of existing clean steam generators and heating hot water pumps, procurement and installation of a new reverse osmosis unit, and modification of ductwork and installation of a new air handler. The project also encompasses electrical, telecommunications, security, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection work, ensuring compatibility with existing Johnson Controls systems. The GC must obtain necessary permits, attend a pre-solicitation site visit, and adhere to strict accessibility, infection control, and HIPAA compliance standards. Post-award requirements include an initial site visit, photograph documentation, a comprehensive safety plan, weekly project meetings, submittals, punchlist inspections, and adherence to specific work hours and holiday schedules. The contractor must also submit and maintain a detailed Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule and a QA/QC plan. Crucially, the document details extensive VA security requirements for contractors, including Non-Personal Identity Verification (PIV) badging, compliance with federal and VA information security policies, and strict protocols for handling VA sensitive information to prevent data breaches, with liquidated damages for non-compliance. All contractors and subcontractors must complete privacy training and adhere to stringent records management policies.
This government file outlines Project Number 593-23-306, "Replace Equipment in Mechanical Rooms," for the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System. The project involves replacing mechanical equipment, including a new chilled water fan coil installation, fan coil modifications, heating water skid pump replacement, and the installation of a new reverse osmosis (RO) system for clean steam feed water, along with clean steam redundancy upgrades in mechanical rooms BD423 and BH002. The document details general requirements, safety protocols, construction security, site operations, alterations, waste disposal, utility services, and a comprehensive phasing plan for the equipment replacement. It also specifies requirements for project schedules, warranty management, and tests, emphasizing coordination, safety, and adherence to VA and industry standards.