The VA Roseburg Health Care System is seeking responses for a Sources Sought announcement regarding Elevator Maintenance and Service, identified by Solicitation Number 36C26025Q0057. This notice serves as a market research tool to gauge interest and capability among Small Business firms, particularly in the NAICS category 811310 for Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The estimated project cost ranges from $250,000 to $500,000, with services expected to be performed at the Roseburg VA Medical Center in Oregon. Interested firms are encouraged to provide contact information, business classification, a capabilities statement, and details of past performance related to similar contracts. The submission deadline is November 22, 2024. This notice does not constitute a request for proposals and responses will not result in a contract award. The objective of this announcement is to inform potential stakeholders and shape future acquisition strategies within the Veterans Health Administration while fostering competition in procurement.

The Statement of Work outlines the Elevator Maintenance Contract for the Roseburg VA Medical Center, detailing the responsibilities and expectations of the contractor. The contract requires full maintenance, repair, inspection, and emergency services for various elevators located on-site, ensuring compliance with ANSI/ASME codes. The contractor must provide preventative maintenance in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, and monthly inspections are mandated for all passenger and service elevators. Key requirements include prompt emergency service within two hours, an obligation to report and minimize elevator downtime, and the provision of maintenance reports for the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). All necessary lubricants and tools must be provided by the contractor, and any parts replaced due to standard maintenance must cost less than $10,000 to be covered under the monthly maintenance charge. Maintenance personnel must be factory-trained by the equipment's original manufacturer, and the contractor is responsible for all safety checks and performance testing, ensuring operational standards are met. The document underscores the need for clear communication between the contractor and the VA to address repair needs and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, reflecting the government's commitment to facility operations and patient safety.

The document outlines Wage Determination No. 1980-0354, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act. It establishes minimum wage rates for federal contracts in Oregon and selected counties in Washington. Contracts effective from January 30, 2022, must pay a minimum of $17.20 per hour unless a higher wage is specified, while contracts awarded between 2015 and January 29, 2022, require a minimum wage of $12.90 per hour. The document also references Executive Order 13706, mandating paid sick leave for federal contractors and detailing worker benefits such as health and welfare provisions, vacation, holidays, pension contributions, and educational funding. Specific fringe benefits include $16.175 for health and welfare per hour, annual vacation accrual based on service years, and holiday pay on established federal holidays. The regulations emphasize compliance with federal wage standards and the provision of necessary employee benefits, thus supporting equitable labor practices within federally contracted projects.