8145--Climate Controlled Storage Shed for VAMC Las Vegas - Fisher House
ID: 36C26124Q0933Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

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Other Metal Container Manufacturing (332439)

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SPECIALIZED SHIPPING AND STORAGE CONTAINERS (8145)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of a climate-controlled storage shed for the Fisher House Suites at the Las Vegas Medical Center. The project requires a specialized container equipped with a 15,000 BTU PTAC unit, heating elements, and a remote programmable thermostat, along with specific interior and exterior finishes to ensure durability and functionality. This procurement is crucial for providing adequate storage solutions that meet the needs of veterans and their families, reflecting the VA's commitment to quality and safety in its facilities. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by September 24, 2024, no later than 12:00 PM PDT, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Jessica I Newman at Jessica.Newman2@va.gov.

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    Jessica I NewmanContract Specialist
    Jessica.Newman2@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks quotes for a climate-controlled storage container for the Fisher House Storage project at the VAMC Las Vegas. The custom container should be less than four years old and include specific features like insulation, drywall, and electrical outlets. Offerors are encouraged to submit quotes conforming to the specified requirements, with the evaluation based on price and compliance with the outlined specifications. The solicitation also incorporates several FAR provisions, mandating representations and certifications from the offerors regarding their eligibility, compliance, and other matters. Notably, the contract is set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Offerors must submit their quotes by the specified deadline, or risk exclusion if they fail to meet the requirements.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks information from potential vendors for a climate-controlled storage shed at the VAMC Las Vegas Fisher House. The main procurement objective is a 40" customer climate-controlled container with specific dimensions and features. This includes cargo doors, wood flooring, and PTAC air conditioning. The container must meet weight restrictions and have an epoxy floor and exterior paint in specified colors. The VA also requires various utility ports and outlets, including a 12" square utility port (2 units) and a 6ft double door commercial exterior door (1 unit). Vendors capable of manufacturing or procuring these items with the requested measurements and lead times are being sourced. The agency wants delivery time estimates and information on available business sizes for potential contractors. Responses are due by 12:00 pm PDT on August 9th, 2024. This sources sought notice is a preliminary market research step to determine acquisition strategy. The VA encourages interested parties to provide the requested information to facilitate decision-making.
    The government agency issuing this document, presumably the Department of Veterans Affairs, is amending a pre-existing solicitation for climate-controlled storage sheds required for the Fisher House Suites Las Vegas Medical Center project. The amendment extends the hour and date specified for receipt of offers and provides responses to Request for Information (RFI) questions. It also updates the delivery schedule, specifying quantities, delivery locations, and dates for the storage sheds. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors are required to acknowledge receipt of this amendment, and failure to do so could result in the rejection of their offers. The amendment emphasizes the importance of adhering to the specified hour and date for submissions.
    The document presents responses to inquiries regarding Solicitation # 36C26124Q0933, which outlines specifications for a climate-controlled container. It specifies the required 15,000 BTU PTAC unit with heating elements and additional features like a remote programmable thermostat, indicating dimensions and mounting details. In response to a question about anti-skid exterior paint, the government clarifies that the interior will have an oil-based grey epoxy coating with anti-skid additive, suitable for wood flooring, while the exterior will be painted tan, expected to last five years under normal conditions. This aligns with the stated salient characteristics: tan painted exterior walls and roof, white painted interior, and an epoxy-coated wood floor with anti-skid properties. The document underscores the importance of adherence to specific materials and finishes in the context of federal procurements, reflecting an emphasis on quality and functionality in government construction projects.
    The document presents a series of questions and responses regarding electrical installation specifications for a project involving the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The main focus is on the number and types of lighting fixtures required—specifying five total outlets, with four indoor fixtures utilizing 4-foot LED strip lights and one outdoor fixture designed for dusk-to-dawn operation. Additionally, three outdoor lighting fixtures are specified, each equivalent to 100 watts, ensuring security and visibility. The response also clarifies that a 3-pole, non-fused 60A disconnect is necessary for the installation. These details are essential for contractors responding to the VA’s request for proposals, providing them with the necessary technical parameters to comply with project requirements. The overall purpose of the document is to clarify technical specifications to guide prospective bidders in their proposals, thereby ensuring adherence to the VA's needs for quality, safety, and functionality in the electrical installations.
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