631-18-003 Correct Deficiency Generator Buildings 1WA, 1EA
ID: 36C24125R0038Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRIC WIRE AND POWER DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT (N061)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b5387df3792943d8bce0ad44167b6148/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to upgrade the electrical distribution system at the VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System in Leeds, MA, specifically within generator buildings. The project involves compliance enhancements with various regulations, including the installation of new electrical panels, automatic transfer switches, and improvements to generator exhaust systems, requiring contractors with experience in healthcare electrical systems. The estimated project cost ranges from $1 million to $5 million, and interested firms, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), and Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs), must express their interest by January 23, 2025, by emailing Brian Kelly at Brian.Kelly@va.gov, providing relevant project experience and proof of SAM registration.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brian KellyContract Specialist
    413-584-4040 x6722
    Brian.Kelly@va.gov
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    631-18-001 Correct Deficiencies Generator Sources Sought.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting qualified contractors to address deficiencies in generator buildings at the VA Central Western Massachusetts facility in Leeds, MA. This modification extends the response deadline to January 23, 2025, and indicates the need for upgrades to the electrical distribution system in compliance with various regulatory standards. The project, estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, requires contractors with experience in electrical systems within healthcare settings, including installations of electrical panels, automatic transfer switches, and metering devices. Interested firms, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs), and other small businesses, must demonstrate their qualifications through relevant project examples from the past five years and email their interest to the designated contact. This sources sought notice aims to gauge contractor interest and ensure an adequate response before potentially moving forward with a formal solicitation. All submissions must adhere to specified guidelines to be considered.
    631-18-003 Generator 1WA 1EA Sources Sought.docx
    The VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System is seeking contractors for necessary upgrades to the electrical distribution system within generator buildings. The work will include compliance enhancements with relevant regulations, egress renovations, exhaust system upgrades, circuit tracing, and installation of automatic transfer switches and new electrical panels. The scope requires contractors to be familiar with healthcare settings and capable of providing all necessary materials, labor, and permits. The estimated project cost is between $1 million and $5 million, falling under NAICS code 238210. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify interested and qualified small businesses, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), and Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs). Interested firms must respond by December 20, 2024, with specific project experience and details. Compliance with SAM registration and certification requirements is mandatory. Notably, this notice is for informational purposes only, not a formal solicitation, and responses will help determine market interest to facilitate future contracting. The deadline for expressing interest is crucial for potential set-asides for small businesses within this project.
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