Minneapolis VAMC Boiler Inspections Pre-Solicitation Notice
ID: 36C26325Q0526Type: Presolicitation
AwardedApr 28, 2025
$50.5K$50,500
AwardeeHYKO SOLUTIONS LLC MC KINNON 82938
Award #:36C26325P0658
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Building Inspection Services (541350)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- FURNACE, STEAM PLANT, AND DRYING EQUIPMENT; NUCLEAR REACTORS (J044)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for boiler inspections at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Health Care System, specifically set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). The primary objective is to conduct a comprehensive engineering evaluation of boilers, deaerators, and condensate tanks to assess their reliability and life expectancy, ensuring safe and efficient operations within the healthcare facility. This procurement is critical for maintaining high operational standards in healthcare environments, emphasizing the need for qualified personnel and adherence to safety codes. The total award amount is approximately $11.5 million, with the contract term running from May 15, 2025, to June 5, 2025. Interested parties can contact Jeffrey Brown at Jeffrey.Brown8@va.gov for further information.

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    The Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) has issued a pre-solicitation notice regarding an upcoming contract for boiler inspections, specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). This notice, under solicitation number 36C26325Q0526, indicates that no responses are required at this stage, as a formal solicitation will be published shortly. The work will be performed at the Minneapolis VAMC, located at 1 Veterans Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417. The contracting office is situated at the Department of Veterans Affairs in St. Paul, MN. The point of contact for further inquiries is Contracting Officer Jeffrey Brown, who is reachable via email or phone. This notice is part of the government's effort to solicit bids while ensuring the engagement of service-disabled veteran-owned businesses in fulfilling federal procurement opportunities.
    The document is a Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act by the U.S. Department of Labor, incorporating updated remuneration rates for various occupations in designated Minnesota and Wisconsin counties. It specifies minimum wage requirements determined by recent Executive Orders: Executive Order 14026 mandates a minimum of $17.75 per hour for contracts beyond January 30, 2022, while Executive Order 13658 sets a threshold of $13.30 per hour for contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022. The determination includes detailed occupational classifications and associated wage rates, fringe benefits, and complies with statutory worker protections, including paid sick leave outlined in Executive Order 13706. Additionally, there are guidelines for conforming unlisted occupations and wage rates under federal contracts. This document serves crucial purposes for contractors, ensuring compliance with service contract obligations while aiming to protect worker rights and promote fair labor standards in federally funded projects.
    The document outlines a government request for proposals (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for conducting an engineering evaluation of boilers, deaerators, and condensate tanks at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Health Care System. The primary objective is to assess the reliability and life expectancy of these systems to ensure safe and efficient operations within the healthcare facility. The RFP is specifically set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). Key elements include the requirement for the contractor to perform detailed inspections and testing, document findings, and provide a comprehensive report with recommendations. The contractor must have qualified personnel, including licensed professional engineers, to ensure proper evaluations and compliance with various safety codes. An emphasis is placed on collaboration with VA staff to minimize disruption in steam supply during inspections. The total award amount for the project is approximately $11.5 million, with the contract term starting on May 15, 2025, and ending on June 5, 2025. The document also details the required qualifications for contractors, invoicing procedures, compliance with federal regulations, and standards for reporting findings. Overall, the RFP underscores the VA's commitment to maintaining high operational standards in critical healthcare facilities.
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