J041--Sources Sought closes 05-19-2025 Chiller Oil Heater Repair Huntington VAMC 581-25-3-507-0182
ID: 36C24525Q0517Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING, AND AIR CIRCULATING EQUIPMENT (J041)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cf1d8b90678149a082ef608342ef3448/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Veterans Health Administration's Network Contracting Office 5, is seeking qualified vendors for a Sources Sought Notice regarding the repair and replacement of an oil heater at the Huntington Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in West Virginia. The primary objective is to identify contractors capable of providing all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to replace a defective oil sump heater, recover refrigerant, and calibrate the thermostat, with the work to be completed within 14 days of contract award. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational efficiency of the facility's chiller system, which is essential for climate control and patient comfort. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications, including a capability statement and relevant experience, by 10:00 AM (ET) on May 19, 2025, to Patricia Thai at Patricia.Thai@va.gov, as this notice serves only for market research and does not constitute a binding contract.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Patricia ThaiContract Specialist
    Patricia.Thai@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    36C24525Q0517_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors for the repair of an oil heater at the Hershel “Woody” Williams VAMC in Huntington, WV. The work includes the replacement of the oil sump heater, refrigerant recovery, and equipment calibration. Vendors are expected to provide all necessary materials, labor, and supervision, with a timeframe of 14 days post-contract award for completion during normal business hours. Responses are requested from interested entities, detailing their capabilities, experience, and compliance with local requirements. Key information sought includes the business's Unique Entity ID, socio-economic status, experience supplying similar services, and any available contract vehicles. Additionally, vendors must confirm their intent to either self-perform or subcontract elements of the work while adhering to regulations on subcontracting. This request serves as a preliminary step for market research and does not imply a formal solicitation. The information gathered aims to refine acquisition strategies for the project without incurring costs to the respondents. Responses are due by May 19, 2025, at 10 AM Eastern Time, submitted via email to the designated contact.
    36C24525Q0517.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for the replacement and repair of an oil heater at the Huntington VAMC, West Virginia. The purpose of this notice is to identify vendors capable of providing the necessary contractor services by May 19, 2025. The required tasks include removing the defective oil sump heater, recovering refrigerant, replacing the heater, and calibrating the thermostat. The selected contractor must provide all labor and materials, complete the work within 14 days of contract award, and adhere to specific operational hours. Interested businesses are invited to submit their qualifications, including their capability statement, business type, socio-economic status, and experience in similar contracts. Moreover, the notice emphasizes compliance with VA's regulations regarding security, smoking, and traffic policies. This request serves only for market research and does not constitute an official solicitation or binding contract. The findings will assist in developing acquisition strategies for the procurement process.
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