Z1DA--620A4-19-202 Replace Chilled Water Lines Construction at Castle Point VAMC
ID: 36C77625Q0222Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFPCAC (36C776)INDEPENDENCE, OH, 44131, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Z1DA)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

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https://sam.gov/opp/dacbb85e6d27448da0b2059d9bb9cf15/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking potential contractors for the "Replace Chilled Water Lines Construction" project at the Castle Point Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in Wappingers Falls, NY. This initiative aims to replace the aging chilled water distribution system, originally installed in the 1980s, which has become increasingly difficult to maintain and is critical for ensuring seamless transitions between heating and cooling systems, thereby enhancing patient care and safety in compliance with ASHRAE standards. The project is expected to be procured through a competitive, firm-fixed-price contract, with an estimated construction budget between $5 million and $10 million and a duration of approximately 1100 calendar days. Interested contractors must submit a capabilities statement by May 30, 2025, to the primary contact, Jason Phillip, at jason.phillip@va.gov, as this notice serves solely for market research purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation.

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    Jason PhillipContract Specialist
    (216) 447-8300
    jason.phillip@va.gov
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    36C77625Q0222.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for the replacement of chilled water lines at Castle Point VAMC, New York. This initiative, identified as Project 620A4-19-202, aims to address the aging distribution system, originally installed in the 1980s, which has become increasingly difficult to maintain. The project will ensure a smooth transition between heating and cooling systems, enhancing patient care and safety compliant with ASHRAE standards. The procurement will follow a competitive, firm-fixed-price contract approach, with an estimated construction budget between $5 million and $10 million. Interested contractors are invited to submit a capability statement that outlines their qualifications, experience in similar projects, business size, and bonding capacity. Responses must be submitted by 2 PM Eastern Time on May 30, 2025. This notice serves purely for market research purposes, indicating that no formal solicitation is currently available, and encourages potential contractors to monitor relevant government websites for future updates. Overall, the initiative underscores the VA's commitment to maintaining operational infrastructure in support of healthcare delivery.
    Sources Sought Notice 36C77625Q0222.pdf
    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks market research and potential contractors for the project titled "Replace Chilled Water Lines Construction" at the Castle Point VAMC in Wappingers Falls, NY. The current chilled water distribution system, installed in the 1980s, is nearing the end of its operational life, leading to delays in seasonal transitions between heating and cooling. The project entails a firm-fixed-price contract for construction services aimed at replacing the chilled water piping and associated infrastructure, essential for maintaining patient care and compliance with thermal requirements. Responses are requested from interested parties to establish their capabilities, business size, and past performance that align with the project needs, which has a construction cost estimate between $5 million and $10 million and a duration of approximately 1100 days. Interested contractors must submit a capabilities statement by May 30, 2025. This notice serves solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute an obligation or solicitation by the government.
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