The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting construction and installation services for the W.J.B. Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, South Carolina. The project, titled "Construct B10 Porches and Charging Stations," aims to build porches and install electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at the center, focusing on historical preservation and accurate renovation work.
The scope of work involves the demolition of existing structures and the installation of new porches, ensuring adherence to detailed technical specifications. The contractor will be responsible for the turn-key delivery of the project, including materials, equipment, and labor. They must strictly follow VA directives, OSHA safety standards, and historical preservation guidelines. The work requires a meticulous approach, involving the reinstallation of ornamental railings, columns, and trim work. Additionally, the contractor will excavate and lay conduits and devices for EV charging stations, creating a fully functional system.
The VA expects applicants to demonstrate expertise in historical renovations and an understanding of the project's unique challenges, including work phasing and material procurement. The agency seeks a firm-fixed-price contract, with a base period of 365 days and an estimated value between $1 million and $2 million. Contractors must provide a comprehensive solution, adhering to a strict 365-day timeline and ensuring compliance with extensive interior and exterior renovations, including structural, electrical, and mechanical systems upgrades.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must meet several eligibility criteria. The VA prioritizes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, requiring them to provide relevant certifications. Additionally, bidders should have extensive experience in construction projects, particularly those involving historical renovations and VA facilities. This experience should be clearly documented in the application.
The VA will carefully evaluate applications based on several criteria. Technical expertise and past performance on similar projects are highly important, as is compliance with the specified requirements. The electrical experience of the prime contractor or subcontractors will also be assessed. Applications should be submitted in a specified format, divided into three volumes: Technical, Price, and Administrative. The Technical volume should showcase the applicant's relevant experience, capabilities, and approach, limited to 15 pages. The Price volume requires a detailed cost breakdown, while the Administrative volume entails necessary certifications and representations.
The submission deadline is crucial, with offers due by August 6, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST. Applications received after this deadline will likely be disqualified. To obtain further clarification or ask questions, interested parties can contact the primary point of contact, Zaire R. Naylor, whose email is provided in the solicitation documents.
This summary provides an overview of the key aspects of the opportunity, combining information from the government listing and associated files. For more detailed information, additional file summaries are available upon request.