N043--Medical Vacuum & Air System Replacement (1x)
ID: 36C24225Q0329Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- PUMPS AND COMPRESSORS (N043)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the replacement of obsolete medical air and vacuum systems at the Brooklyn outpatient facility of the New York Harbor Health Care System. The project aims to address malfunctioning systems that are over 25 years old and unable to pass inspection, which directly impacts patient operations. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary resources for the replacement, including the removal of outdated equipment and compliance with specific qualifications such as medical gas certification. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by 4:00 PM ET on February 24, 2025, with work scheduled to commence from March 17 to June 16, 2025. The total award budget for this project is $22 million, with set-asides for small and veteran-owned businesses. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Christopher J Weider at Christopher.Weider@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christopher J WeiderContract Specialist
    Christopher.Weider@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announces its intent to solicit quotes for the replacement of medical air and vacuum systems at the New York Harbor health facility in Brooklyn, NY. The solicitation, identified as RFQ 36C24225Q0329, is expected to be issued around February 17, 2025, with a performance period from March 17 to June 16, 2025. This contract is set aside as unrestricted and interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to submit quotes. The relevant NAICS code is 238290, indicating "Other Building Equipment Contractors," with a small business size standard of $22 million. Potential bidders are encouraged to submit inquiries via email to Contract Specialist Chris Weider, ensuring they reference the RFQ number in their communication. This notification serves as an essential pre-solicitation announcement, laying the groundwork for interested contractors to prepare for the upcoming RFQ process.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the replacement of obsolete medical air and vacuum systems at the New York Harbor Health Care System's Brooklyn outpatient facility. The current systems are over 25 years old, malfunctioning, and cannot pass inspection, impacting patient operations. The RFP specifies the contractor's responsibilities, including providing all necessary resources for the replacement, handling the removal of outdated equipment, and adhering to specified qualifications, such as medical gas certification. Contractors can submit quotes by 4:00 PM ET on February 24, 2025, with work scheduled from March 17 to June 16, 2025. A total award budget of $22 million is indicated, and both small business and veteran-owned business set-asides apply. A detailed Statement of Work delineates the scope, equipment specifications, required qualifications, and warranty terms. Compliance with VA safety and privacy regulations is enforced, ensuring non-access to the VA network for contractors. The document emphasizes the VA's commitment to maintaining high service standards through precise contracting and project execution.
    The document outlines wage determinations under the Service Contract Act (SCA), relevant for contracts subject to Executive Orders 14026 and 13658. It specifies minimum wage rates applicable for federal contractors based on the contract’s effective date, emphasizing rates of $17.75 and $13.30 for covered workers in 2025. Fringe benefits, health and welfare provisions, paid sick leave requirements, and vacation policies are detailed for various occupations across New York counties. Key occupation categories include administrative support, automotive service, food preparation, and health occupations, with specific rates for positions listed. The document also includes guidance for classifying unlisted positions under the conformance process, ensuring fair compensation and compliance with labor regulations. It reinforces the importance of adhering to wage and benefit requirements to uphold worker rights in government contracting. Overall, it serves to inform contractors of their obligations regarding employee remuneration under federal contracts.
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