Y1QA--Project 621-24-103 Restoration of B35 Theater

The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting offers for the renovation of Historic Theater Building No. 35 at James H. Quillen VAMC, Mt. Home, TN. This project, identified by solicitation number 36C24926R0055, is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside with an estimated construction magnitude of $10,000,000.00 to $20,000,000.00. The scope of work includes general construction, alterations, restorations, and site work, encompassing architectural, civil, structural, fire protection, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, data/communications, and physical security systems. The project has a performance period of 545 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 9, 2026, and offers are due by June 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Proposals will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process, requiring active registration in SAM and SBA DSBS, along with a bid guarantee. Contractors must also provide performance and payment bonds, and comply with various safety, security, and environmental regulations.

This document, General Decision Number: TN20260191, outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for building construction projects in Washington County, Tennessee, excluding single-family homes and apartments up to four stories. It lists specific rates for various crafts, including asbestos workers, power equipment operators, ironworkers, laborers, pipefitters, sheet metal workers, bricklayers, carpenters, electricians, and plumbers. The document also details the application of Executive Order (EO) 13706, which mandates paid sick leave for federal contractors, and Executive Order 13658, which sets a minimum wage for covered workers. It provides guidance on identifying union, union average, survey, and state-adopted wage rate identifiers, and explains the appeals process for wage determinations, covering initial decisions, reconsideration by the Wage and Hour Administrator, and appeals to the Administrative Review Board.

This government file, General Decision Number: TN20260191, outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for building construction projects in Washington County, Tennessee. It specifically excludes single-family homes and apartments up to four stories. The document lists various craft classifications, including Asbestos Worker/Heat & Frost Insulator, Power Equipment Operator (Crane), Ironworker, Laborer, Pipefitter, and Sheet Metal Worker, along with their respective rates and fringe benefits. It also details classifications under a survey rate identifier, such as Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, and several Operator roles. The file includes important notes on Executive Order (EO) 13706, which mandates paid sick leave for federal contractors, and Executive Order 13658, establishing a minimum wage for federal contractors. Additionally, it provides guidance on unlisted classifications, identifiers for different rate types (union, union average, survey, and state-adopted), and the process for appealing wage determinations through the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor.

This document outlines a standardized price breakout schedule and instructions for proposals submitted to the VA Network Contracting Office 9 – Construction. It details required cost categories including labor, material, equipment, and various divisions of construction work (e.g., General Requirements, Existing Conditions, Concrete, Masonry, Metals, Wood, Thermal and Moisture Protection, Openings, Finishes, Specialties, Equipment, Furnishings, Special Construction, Fire Suppression, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Communications, Electronic Safety and Security, Earthwork, Exterior Improvements, and Steam Energy Distribution). The document emphasizes that lump sum price breakdowns are unacceptable and that all divisions, even if not applicable, must be listed. It also specifies that general conditions costs must be itemized and clarifies that certain overhead and contractor's fee components are considered inclusive of insurance, supervision, small tools, and general home office expenses. The instructions mandate the inclusion of the VA Medical Center, proposal date, job title, project number, and solicitation number in all contract breakdowns, ensuring thorough and transparent pricing for government construction projects.

The document outlines the general conditions breakout for government construction contracts, detailing cost categories such as project management, bonds and insurance, and site conditions. It specifies that a detailed breakout of general conditions costs must accompany the Schedule of Values. The document also refers to VAAR 852.243-70 Construction Contract Changes-Supplement, paragraph (c)(1), which imposes contractual restrictions on overhead and contractor's fee percentages. These percentages are deemed to include various costs, such as insurance (other than specified), field and office supervisors, security police, small tools, incidental job burdens, and general home office expenses. Consequently, no separate allowance will be made for these items. The file also clarifies that incidental job burdens encompass office equipment, supplies, temporary toilets, telephone, and OSHA compliance, while review, coordination, estimating, and expediting related to contract changes are considered part of field and office supervision and are included in the contractor's overhead and/or fee.

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The document outlines architectural plans and section details for the "Restoration of Building 35 Historic Theater" project at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Mt. Home, Tennessee. The plans detail enlarged ramp and stair layouts, various restroom configurations (men's, women's, accessible, unisex), dressing rooms, storage areas, and stage-level modifications including a wheelchair lift and seating. Key elements include specifications for concrete and metal stairs and ramps, guardrails, handrails, accessible features like grab bars and clear floor spaces, and interior finishes. The project incorporates demolition, new construction, and refurbishment of existing elements, with a strong emphasis on accessibility and historical matching. General notes provide guidelines for installation requirements, material specifications, and coordination with other trades (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, AV). The accessory schedule lists items such as mirrors, stools, paper towel dispensers, diaper changing tables, soap dispensers, sanitary napkin disposals, grab bars, toilet tissue dispensers, and wastepaper baskets, indicating whether they are VA or contractor-provided and/or installed.

The document outlines the "Restoration of Building 35 Historic Theater" project at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Mountain Home, Tennessee. The project aims to restore the theater to a usable condition for minor local stage projections, conferences, and presentations, not for large-scale touring productions. This is a restoration project, not a change of use or construction type, focusing on bringing the space up to code compliance for accessibility, excluding the second-floor balcony. The plan includes assessing existing conditions, repairing exterior elements (brick, stone, woodwork, roof, windows, doors), and upgrading MEP systems. Key directives include not scaling drawings, verifying existing dimensions and field conditions, protecting existing items, ensuring all workers have flu shots, maintaining accessible egress, properly fire-sealing penetrations, using new materials unless noted, and hosting online construction management software. The project adheres to VA codes and standards, primarily NFPA 101 and the International Building Code, along with other applicable codes for fire safety, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and accessibility. The document also provides a detailed sheet index covering architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, audio-visual, and theater systems drawings, along with a code summary outlining occupancy loads, building classifications, and area limitations. It also includes alternate bids for full replacement of theater seating and the slate tile roof.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting offers for the renovation of the Historic Theater Building No. 35 at the James H. Quillen VAMC in Mt. Home, TN. This project, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), involves extensive architectural, civil, structural, fire protection, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, data/communications, and physical security system upgrades, including interior and exterior historical features. The magnitude of construction is estimated between $10,000,000.00 and $20,000,000.00, with a performance period of 545 calendar days. Proposals will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process, requiring active registration in SAM and SBA’s Dynamic Small Business Search, along with a bid guarantee and other documentation. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 9, 2026, and written Requests for Information (RFIs) are due by June 12, 2026. The submission deadline for offers is June 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for Project 621-24-103, the Historic Theater Building No. 35 Renovation at the James H. Quillen VAMC in Mountain Home, TN. This project requires construction services, including labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for new construction and renovation of interior and exterior historical features. The scope covers architectural, civil, structural, fire protection, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, data/communications, and physical security systems. The NAICS Code is 236220 with a $45M small business size standard, and the Product Service Code is Y1QA. The estimated construction cost ranges from $10,000,000.00 to $20,000,000.00, with a performance period of 545 calendar days. This procurement is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns, evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. The solicitation is anticipated to be released by May 27, 2026. Interested contractors must be registered and certified by SBA DSBS and in SAM. Questions will be accepted via email to Lara.Hampton@va.gov or Jeannette.Morphew@va.gov after the solicitation release.

The document is a record of a site visit meeting held on Monday, June 8, 2026, for the project "Restoration of Bldg 35 Theater - 621-24-103" for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It lists the names, companies, phone numbers, and emails of 30 individuals who attended the meeting. The attendees represent a variety of companies, including construction, elevator services, controls, and general contractors, indicating a broad interest from potential contractors for the restoration project. This document serves as an attendance log and contact list for the pre-bid or pre-proposal site visit, crucial for federal government RFPs to ensure all prospective bidders have the opportunity to understand the project scope and conditions.

This amendment extends the Request for Information (RFI) response date for solicitation 36C24926R0055 from June 12, 2026, to June 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT. Consequently, the proposal due date has also been extended from June 26, 2026, to July 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Questions received after the RFI due date may not be answered. Additionally, the sign-in sheet from the June 9, 2026, site visit has been attached to this amendment. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 9, issued this modification to update the timeline for offers and provide relevant documentation.

The "Pre-Award Contractor Safety and Environmental Record Evaluation Form" (Solicitation 36C24926R0055_1) is a critical document for federal government contractors, likely associated with an RFP. It requires companies to provide detailed safety and environmental performance data for 2023, 2024, and 2025. Key information requested includes OSHA 300 Forms data (man-hours, cases involving days away/restricted activity, and DART rates), serious OSHA violations from the last three years with explanations, and copies of OSHA 300 and 300a forms. Additionally, contractors must provide their six-digit NAICS Code (236220), identify who administers their Safety and Health Program, and state their Insurance Experience Modification Rate (EMR). This form ensures that potential contractors meet stringent safety and environmental standards before award.

The document outlines the requirements for Offerors, particularly those under NAICS code 23xxxxx (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors), regarding the calculation and reporting of self-performed and subcontracted work. It specifies that at least 25 percent of the contract performance costs incurred for personnel must be spent on the prime contractor's employees. The file provides a detailed format for breaking down personnel and material/equipment costs by specification division for both prime and subcontractors. It also details a calculation method for determining the total amount of work to be self-performed, defining personnel costs to include labor, mechanics, other tradesmen, and directly charged office personnel. The document emphasizes clearly identifying personnel costs performed by the offeror and includes sections for profit, home office overhead, and bond costs. A certification statement is required from an authorized representative, ensuring the accuracy of the submitted representations.

This government file details the mechanical demolition and new work plans for the Restoration of Building 35, a Historic Theater, at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Mt. Home, Tennessee. The project, identified as Project Number 621-24-403, involves extensive modifications across the basement, first floor, balcony, second floor, attic, and roof levels. Demolition plans include removing sections of ductwork, exhaust grilles, fans, piping for chilled water and heating hot water, and fan coil units. New work involves installing sound attenuators, extending piping for new units, connecting ductwork, supporting and mounting new exhaust fans and outdoor/indoor units for split system air conditioners, and rerouting ductwork to accommodate structural changes and new equipment. Detailed schedules are provided for sound attenuating devices, four-pipe fan coil units, split system air conditioners, and air devices (supply), outlining specifications such as airflow, pressure drop, dimensions, capacities, and electrical data. The plans emphasize adherence to construction standards, safety protocols, and coordination with other contractors, ensuring proper installation and functionality of the new mechanical systems.

This government file details the demolition plans for the plumbing and fire suppression systems during the "Restoration of Building 35 Historic Theater" project at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Mt. Home, Tennessee. The project involves removing existing domestic water piping, sanitary drain and vent piping, backflow preventers, pressure reducing valve arrangements, and a point-of-use water heater. It also includes removing existing sanitary piping through the roof, patching the roof to be watertight, and addressing below-grade sanitary piping by jetting and visually inspecting it. The plans emphasize coordination with other trades, field verification of existing conditions, and adherence to VA standards and local requirements for new installations. The document also provides a comprehensive legend of symbols and abbreviations used in the drawings, outlining general project notes for new piping installation, utility space coordination, material removal, and penetrations through fire-rated assemblies. The overall purpose is to modernize the facility's plumbing and fire suppression systems while ensuring safety and compliance.

This document is Amendment 0002 for solicitation number 36C24926R0055, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 9 (90C) in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The primary purpose of this amendment is to formally extend the Request for Proposal (RFP) due date. The submission deadline for offers has been extended from July 6, 2026, to July 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Daylight Time (CDT). Additionally, the amendment notes that no further questions or Requests for Information (RFIs) will be accepted at this time unless they are determined to be in the best interest of the government. Responses to previously submitted RFIs are anticipated to be posted in a forthcoming amendment to the solicitation. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

The document outlines the demolition plans for the existing fire suppression systems in Building 35, a historic theater at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Mt. Home, Tennessee. The project, titled "Restoration of Building 35 Historic Theater," involves removing existing dry-pipe and wet-pipe sprinkler systems, associated piping, valves, and supports across the basement, first floor, balcony, second floor, and attic spaces. The plan details specific demolition locations, including dry-pipe valves, air compressors, fire department connections, and various risers. It emphasizes the need for a thorough inspection of the existing system and coordination with other trades. The new fire suppression system will consist of a wet-standpipe and dry-pipe system, with hydraulic calculations based on specific hazard classifications for different areas of the building, adhering to VA design practices and NFPA 13 standards.

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The Tennessee Historical Commission, State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), reviewed the Department of Veteran Affairs' (VA) Building 35 Theater Restoration project (#SHPO0005814) in Johnson City, Washington County, TN. This review was conducted in response to a request from Jose Ivan Lopez of the VA, as required by Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. The SHPO agreed that the revised plans for the restoration adhere to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and will not negatively impact Building 35. The SHPO has no objections to the project's current implementation but requests updated plans as they are developed. The VA is advised to contact the SHPO if project plans change or if previously unevaluated archaeological resources are discovered during construction to ensure continued compliance with Section 106.

Terracon Consultants, Inc. conducted a limited hazardous materials survey at the James H. Quillen VAMC Building 35 Theatre in Johnson City, Tennessee, on July 2, 2024. The survey, part of a restoration project, identified asbestos-containing materials (ACM), lead-based paint (LBP), and mold growth. Key ACMs include insulation in fire doors, window glazing, wiring jackets, roof mastic, and silver/black roof coating. The report recommends abatement by a Tennessee-accredited firm before renovation. Lead was detected in all paint chip samples, with 10 exceeding 0.5% by weight, classifying them as LBP, requiring OSHA compliance for worker protection and specific disposal procedures. Active mold growth was found on a window frame in Room 107 and a crawlspace floor joist, necessitating water intrusion repair and professional remediation. The report emphasizes adherence to federal, state, and local regulations for safe material handling and disposal.

Gray & Pape, Inc. prepared a conditions assessment and report for Building 35 Historic Theatre at the Mountain Home facility in Johnson City, TN, for FFE, Inc. This report details the historical context, known alterations, and current condition of the Beaux-Arts style building, which is a contributing structure to a National Historic Landmark District. The assessment identifies areas of concern including exterior masonry, staining, fenestration, roofing, water drainage, general moisture issues, wood details, and interior flat and decorative plaster. Recommendations for repairs and maintenance are provided, emphasizing adherence to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Restoration and relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs to ensure the preservation of the building's historic integrity.

This government file outlines Project #621-24-103 for the restoration of Building 35 Theater at the James H. Quillen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Mountain Home, Tennessee. The project involves general construction, alterations, and site work, with provisions for alternate bids including replacing the slate roof with synthetic tile and full replacement of theater seating. Key general requirements include strict adherence to safety and security protocols, including a security plan, badging for employees, photography restrictions, key control, and sensitive information handling. The contractor is responsible for site preparation, demolition, material storage, utility management, and protecting existing structures and vegetation. Comprehensive details for various construction divisions are provided, including demolition, concrete, masonry, metals, wood, thermal and moisture protection, openings, finishes, specialties, equipment, furnishings, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, communications, electronic safety and security, earthwork, and exterior improvements. The document also specifies requirements for as-built drawings, warranty management, and procedures for utility interruptions and testing of mechanical and electrical equipment.