Y1DA-- Upgrade Boiler Plant
ID: 36C24225R0045Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

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CONSTRUCTION OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Y1DA)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified construction firms for the Upgrade Boiler Plant project at the Northport VA Medical Center in New York. The objective of this procurement is to replace outdated boiler systems that have exceeded their service life, thereby enhancing the efficiency of steam generation for heating and other essential functions across the facility. This project is critical as it will involve constructing a new steam system with three high-efficiency watertube boilers, utilizing natural gas as the primary fuel source, and incorporating modifications to an existing Combined Heat and Power Plant (CHP). Interested firms must submit their responses by February 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, and should provide a brief description of their relevant experience along with their registration in the SAM system. The estimated construction cost for this initiative is between $20 million and $50 million.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lester GriffithContracting Officer
    (718) 741-4350
    Lester.Griffith@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting qualified construction firms for the Upgrade Boiler Plant project at Northport VA Medical Center, aimed at replacing outdated boiler systems vital for steam heating. The project will involve constructing temporary boiler capacity, removing existing equipment, and installing new high-efficiency boilers, pumps, and related systems, including renovations to the boiler plant's interior and exterior. The new system will enhance steam generation efficiency and reliability, utilize natural gas with No. 2 fuel oil backup, and tie into an existing Combined Heat and Power Plant (CHP). The estimated construction cost is between $20 million and $50 million. This announcement is a Sources Sought Synopsis, signaling the government's preliminary interest without a commitment to issue a formal solicitation or contract award. Interested parties should note the response deadline of February 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified construction firms for an Upgrade of the Boiler Plant at the Northport VA Medical Center, New York. This initiative aims to replace aged boiler equipment that exceeds its service life, enhancing steam generation efficiency for heating and other functions across the facility. The project will involve constructing a new steam system with three high-efficiency watertube boilers, including stack economizers and utilizing natural gas as the primary fuel source. The estimated construction cost is between $20 million and $50 million. Interested firms must have relevant experience and capabilities, and responses must be submitted by February 18, 2025. Registration in the SAM system and a brief description of the firm’s experience with boiler upgrades are required. This notice serves solely to gather information on potential sources and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment to contract.
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