H912--Sources Sought 5 Year Sprinkler Testing/Inspection for VA Palo Alto Heath Care System (VAPAHCS)
ID: 36C26126Q0311Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

PSC

OTHER QC/TEST/INSPECT- FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT (H912)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/0b44009c65a944d49c523029c084e7fb/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified contractors to provide NFPA 5-Year Sprinkler Testing and Inspection services for the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). The procurement aims to ensure compliance with safety standards across 70 buildings located in the Livermore, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and Mountain View campuses, focusing on thorough inspections while adhering to industry codes and site policies. This opportunity is critical for maintaining fire safety and compliance within VA facilities, and interested contractors must submit their capability statements to Contract Specialist Tim Smith via email by January 13, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. PST. The applicable NAICS code is 238220, with a small business size standard of $19 million, and all interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tim SmithContract Specialist
    (916) 923-4517
    Timothy.smith9de3@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    36C26126Q0311.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office (NCO 21) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (36C26126Q0311) for NFPA 5 Year Sprinkler Testing/Inspection services at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). This is a preliminary announcement to gather information from contractors for decision-making, not a solicitation. The applicable NAICS Code is 238220 ($19 Million small business size standard). Interested contractors must submit a capability statement via email to Timothy.Smith9de3@va.gov by January 13, 2026, 1:00 P.M. PST. The response should include socioeconomic status, legal company name and Unique Entity ID, primary contact information, similar project experience, and a breakdown of subcontracting intentions, along with a price estimate. Contractors must be registered in SAM and, if applicable, be verified as an SDVOSB or VOSB. A draft Statement of Work is attached for reference.
    NFPA Fire Sprinkler Testing Draft Statement of Work.pdf
    This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide NFPA 5-Year Sprinkler testing and inspection services for the Livermore, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and Mountain View campuses in California. The contractor must supply all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision, adhering to industry standards, applicable codes, and site policies. Work must be coordinated with the appointed COR to minimize disruption and will only commence upon approval. The project involves internal inspections of a total of 70 buildings across the four campuses. While the description mentions replacing sprinkler heads and gauges, the requested services are for inspection only; any required repairs will necessitate an itemized quote and a contract modification for funding. The contractor is responsible for daily site cleanup, waste disposal, quality control, and obtaining ID badges. Normal work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding federal holidays, with a 30-day written request required for any utility shutdowns.
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