The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) NCO 15 is issuing a presolicitation notice for project 764-24-101, "Renovate Manual Area at Mid-South (Elam Farms)." This requirement is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside under NAICS code 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The project involves a licensed contractor renovating the manual area at the Murfreesboro CMOP (Elam Farms) in Tennessee, providing all necessary services to meet program objectives per construction documents and specifications. The contractor will also be responsible for coordinating sub-contractors. The solicitation number is 36C77026R0005, with a response date of November 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM Central Time. Contact information is provided for Robert Gochenour, the Contract Specialist, at robert.gochenour@va.gov.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) is undertaking the renovation of the manual pharmaceutical filling area at the Mid-South CMOP in Murfreesboro, TN. This construction project, identified as #764-24-101, will modernize the area for various operations including NIOSH, Bulk, Cold Chain, and Controlled Drugs storage. The scope of work encompasses general requirements, existing conditions, metals, fire suppression, HVAC, electrical, and low voltage systems. The contractor is responsible for all aspects of the project, including labor, materials, permits, and coordination of subcontractors. Key deliverables include performance and payment bonds, proof of insurance, a Contractor Quality Control Plan, a Critical Path Method schedule, a comprehensive safety plan, weekly progress reports, and operations and maintenance manuals and training. The project has a performance period of 120 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed, with specific deadlines for various submissions. Work must not impact CMOP operations, and any work outside normal hours requires prior approval. Confidentiality and non-disclosure are strictly enforced, and the contractor will not have access to VA computer systems or patient health information.

The document outlines general conditions and requirements for contractors undertaking a renovation project at the Mid-South CMOP in Murfreesboro, TN. Key stipulations include verifying existing conditions and dimensions before bidding, implementing stringent dust and dirt prevention measures in occupied areas, and protecting existing equipment and surfaces. Contractors are responsible for patching and finishing disturbed areas to match existing conditions, coordinating all utility shutdowns outside normal working hours, and providing necessary components for complete and functional systems. The project involves demolishing specific elements like metal mesh walls and overhead doors, with emphasis on careful removal and storage of salvageable items. Compliance with various codes, including the International Building Code and National Electric Code, is mandatory. The document also details safety protocols, such as X-raying concrete slabs for electrical circuits before drilling, maintaining clear exit paths, and adhering to VA-specific rules regarding noise, temporary IDs, and COVID-19 protocols. The overall purpose is to renovate 10,067 SF of the manual filling area within the existing 2-story facility.

The “Renovate Manual Area at Mid-South CMOP” project for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, involves comprehensive renovations including demolition, new construction, and system upgrades. Key areas of work include general requirements, existing conditions, openings, finishes, specialties, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems. The project emphasizes stringent security protocols, site management, utility coordination, and adherence to VA and federal regulations. The contractor is responsible for site preparation, material storage, safety, and maintaining continuous CMOP operations. Strict guidelines are in place for document control, hazardous waste disposal (including PCBs), protection of existing infrastructure, and detailed warranty management, ensuring accountability and quality throughout the project's lifecycle.