Z1DA--674A4-22-265 Upgrade Environmental Controls Bldg. 223
ID: 36C25726R0017Type: Solicitation
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)San Antonio, TX, 78240, USA

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Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

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MAINTENANCE OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Z1DA)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for the upgrade of environmental control systems at Building 223 of the Doris Miller VA Medical Center in Waco, Texas. This project, designated as 36C25726AP0166, involves comprehensive enhancements to the building's mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, with a particular focus on improving the Building Automation System (BAS) to optimize environmental conditions. The upgrades are crucial for maintaining a safe and healthful environment for patients and staff, adhering to strict federal guidelines and safety standards throughout the construction process. The project is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), with a budget range of $1,000,000 to $5,000,000, and proposals are due by December 8, 2025. Interested parties can contact Contract Specialist Miguel A. Gonzalez at Miguel.Gonzalez4@va.gov for further information.

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    Miguel A GonzalezContract Specialist
    Miguel.Gonzalez4@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a presolicitation notice for a project to upgrade environmental controls in Building 223 at the Doris Miller VA Medical Center in Waco, TX. This construction service project, designated 36C25726R0017, will be 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The NAICS code is 238220 with a $19.0 million small business size standard. A Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated around October 8, 2025, with a response deadline of November 24, 2025, at 13:00 Central Time. Interested offerors must be verified by the Department of Veterans Affairs Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) and visible on VetBiz prior to proposal submission. Miguel Gonzalez is the point of contact.
    This government Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 17, solicits bids for environmental control upgrades in Building 223 at the Doris Miller VA Medical Center in Waco, TX. The project, designated 36C25726R0017, focuses on reconfiguring electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems. It is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and has a cost range between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Key dates include a site visit on November 18, 2025, and proposals due by December 8, 2025. Proposals will be evaluated based on past performance and price, requiring adherence to strict safety, quality control, and reporting standards, including a 360-day performance period and a three-year warranty.
    The project involves upgrading the Environmental Control Systems at Building 223 of the VA Doris Miller Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Waco, Texas. This includes detailed architectural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical plans, with a focus on enhancing the Building Automation System (BAS). The BAS will feature cascaded graphical user interfaces, comprehensive alarm management (critical and equipment-level), scheduling for occupied/unoccupied modes, and extensive trending of temperature and humidity data. The RTU (Rooftop Unit) sequence of operation details cooling, heating, optimal start, economizer, and dehumidification modes. The electrical scope includes modifications to existing panels and transformers. The plumbing section outlines specifications for floor drains, underground piping, and vent flashing, while mechanical plans detail flexible duct support, offsets, transitions, branch connections, and diffuser installations. The project emphasizes adherence to design standards, detailed commissioning requirements, and robust graphical user interface capabilities for efficient facility management.
    The federal government RFP, 674A4-22-265, outlines the "Upgrade Environmental Control Systems, Bldg 223" project at the Doris Miller Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Waco, Texas. This project involves comprehensive construction documents and adherence to VHA Master Specifications, dated January 31, 2024. Key areas of focus include health and safety requirements, general construction requirements, existing conditions, and various construction divisions such as concrete, metals, wood, thermal and moisture protection, openings, finishes, specialties, furnishings, special construction, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and electronic safety and security. The project emphasizes safety and health during construction, requiring pre-construction risk assessments (PCRA) and infection control risk assessments (ICRA) to mitigate risks to patients, staff, and the public. Responsibilities are delineated for various stakeholders, including the Under Secretary for Health, Contracting Officer, and the VA Medical Facility Construction Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and VHA directives. The project mandates specific training for personnel and outlines detailed control measures for different activity types (inspection/upkeep, small-scale, large-scale) and affected areas. The overall goal is to enhance environmental control systems while maintaining a safe and healthful environment, adhering to strict federal guidelines and standards.
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