The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting Architect-Engineering (AE) firms for Project No. 561-26-101 to improve and upgrade the electrical system at the VA New Jersey Healthcare System East Orange Campus. This Sources Sought Notice is not a request for proposal but seeks qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) to provide design services, including schematics, construction documents, and construction period services, for renovating and upgrading emergency generators. The estimated construction cost is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, with a firm-fixed-price contract anticipated. Key selection criteria include professional qualifications, specialized experience in healthcare electrical design, capacity, past performance, geographical proximity, commitment to using small businesses as subcontractors, experience in construction period services, specific personnel experience, and a record free of significant claims. Submissions, limited to 50 pages, are due electronically by January 12, 2026, and must include an SF 330, SDVOSB certification, and other required firm information.

The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines a project for Architectural/Engineering (A/E) services to improve and upgrade the electrical system at the VA New Jersey Health Care System (VANJHCS) in East Orange, NJ. The primary objective is to replace end-of-life emergency generators and associated components in Buildings 1 and 7, as well as address urgent electrical deficiencies across the entire campus. The A/E firm will conduct surveys, evaluations, and designs, including renovation of generator spaces, replacement of electrical panels, and ensuring compliance with current regulations and codes. The project also requires adherence to VA design manuals, historical preservation guidelines, and environmental assessments. The A/E will provide a complete construction package, cost estimates, and construction period services, with performance monitored for quality, schedule, cost, and management. Security measures include PIV Flash Cards for personnel, and the project is expected to be completed within 390 calendar days.

The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Architect-Engineering (A-E) firm for Project No. 561-26-101: Improve and Upgrade Electric System at the VA New Jersey Healthcare System East Orange Campus. This project involves professional design services, including site investigation, assessment, and the preparation of construction documents for renovating and upgrading emergency generators and associated components. The estimated construction cost ranges from $1,000,000.00 to $5,000,000.00, with an anticipated award date on or before February 27, 2026. Submissions require adherence to specific criteria, including professional qualifications, specialized experience in healthcare electrical systems, capacity, past performance, geographical proximity, commitment to using small businesses as subcontractors, experience in construction period services, specific personnel experience, and a record free of significant claims. All submissions, including SF 330, must be electronic and received by January 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.