The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for the abatement of asbestos pipe insulation in Building 76 at the Bath VA Medical Center in Bath, New York. The solicitation, identified by number 36C24226B0021, is expected to be posted around November 21, 2025, with responses due by December 17, 2025. This project, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC), involves the removal and disposal of asbestos-containing material (ACM) pipe insulation in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. The work may require off-tour hours to avoid disrupting medical center operations. The NAICS code is 562910, with a small business standard of $25.0 million and an estimated cost range of $25,000 to $100,000. A mandatory site visit is anticipated around December 3, 2025. The contracting officer for this project is Devan Bertch.

The “Buy American Certificate” provision, outlined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.225-2, requires offerors to certify that their end products are domestic, with exceptions for foreign end products listed by line item and country of origin. This provision is crucial for government RFPs, ensuring compliance with U.S. purchasing policies. Offerors must identify any foreign end products that do not meet the

The "VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction" clause (852.219-75) outlines subcontracting limitations for VA contracts, ensuring compliance with 38 U.S.C. 8127(l)(2). Offerors must certify that they will not exceed specific percentages of the government-paid amount to firms that are not certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). The limitations vary by contract type: services (50%), general construction (85%), and special trade construction (75%), with material costs excluded for construction. Subcontracted work by similarly situated SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractors counts towards these limits. Failure to comply can lead to severe penalties, including fines, debarment, and prosecution. Offerors must provide a signed certification to be considered for award, and the VA reserves the right to request documentation to verify compliance at any time.

This government file outlines the "Abate Asbestos Pipe Insulation - B76" project at the Bath VAMC in Bath, NY. The project, identified by number 528A6-26-611, focuses on the abatement of asbestos pipe insulation within Building 76. The cover sheet (G001) and drawing index detail the project, while drawing AD101 provides a plan of Building 76. The document includes general notes, asbestos abatement notes, and features a site plan with various structures such as sheds, a fireplace, garden plot, fire pit, block building, dugout, concrete wall, and an empty transformer. The drawings are marked for "Design Development" phase and indicate the Office of Construction and Facilities Management of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as the approving authority. Users are responsible for verifying existing dimensions and conditions in the field.

This government file outlines the general requirements for a construction project at the Bath VAMC, focusing on asbestos pipe insulation abatement. It details stringent safety, security, and site management protocols, including a comprehensive security plan for all personnel, strict key and document control, and vehicle restrictions. The document also specifies requirements for managing operations, storage areas, and utility services to minimize disruption to the medical center, which operates 24/7. Key aspects include a thorough survey process for alterations, proper disposal of materials, protection of existing vegetation and structures, and detailed restoration procedures. The contractor is responsible for maintaining as-built drawings and implementing a comprehensive warranty management plan, including specific response times for warranty service. Additionally, the project mandates the use of the VISN 2 Autodesk Build Construction management platform for all official project correspondence and submissions, with required training for contractor staff. A Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule must be developed, submitted, and regularly updated, with cost data loaded into activities for progress payments, including specific cost loading for asbestos abatement. The project emphasizes adherence to historic preservation guidelines due to potential archaeological or historical resources.

The project 528A6-26-611, “Abate Asbestos Pipe Insulation – B76,” outlines the removal and disposal of approximately 200 linear feet of asbestos-containing material (ACM) pipe insulation from Building 76 at the Bath VAMC. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, and equipment, adhering to local, state, and federal regulations for ACM abatement. Work may require off-tour hours due to the facility's operational status. The project duration is 30 days from the Notice to Proceed, including submittal approvals and punch list completion. Safety measures, risk assessments, and interim life safety plans are mandatory. All project communications and documentation will be managed through the Autodesk Construction Cloud Build Platform. The contractor must comply with all applicable codes, including VA standards, NFPA, OSHA, and EPA requirements, and ensure all work is performed by certified individuals. The contractor is responsible for coordinating with the COR, managing deliveries off-site, maintaining cleanliness, minimizing disruptions, and providing a one-year warranty on all work.