J044--SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE - STEAM PIPE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PERRY POINT VA MEDICAL CENTER - 512-25-1-663-0001
ID: 36C24525Q0031Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/000a0372b42840a1947b182412765bab/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors for a project focused on the repair and replacement of steam piping at the Perry Point VA Medical Center in Maryland. The procurement requires contractors to provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to execute tasks such as dewatering the steam pit, conducting atmospheric testing, and installing new steam traps and valves, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and VA security protocols. This project is critical for maintaining the operational integrity of the medical facility's steam systems, which are essential for various heating and operational processes. Interested parties must submit their qualifications, including capabilities and experience, by 12:00 PM (ET) on October 21, 2024, to the Contracting Officer, Bill Pratt, at Billie.Pratt@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bill PrattContracting Officer
    (410) 642-2411
    Billie.Pratt@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24525Q0031---.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking sources for a project aimed at the repair and replacement of steam piping at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. This Sources Sought Notice identifies vendors capable of providing necessary labor, materials, and equipment for the project. The scope includes dewatering the steam pit, atmospheric testing, removing damaged steam piping, installing new traps and valves, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Contractors must provide on-site project management, follow VA security protocols, and manage demolition waste. Interested businesses must submit qualifications, including their capabilities, experience, and subcontracting plans by October 21, 2024. This notice is part of a market research effort that will inform acquisition strategies and is intended for planning purposes, not as a binding solicitation for contracts.
    36C24525Q0031.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking contractors for steam pipe repair and replacement at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. The request, designated as a Sources Sought Notice, aims to identify vendors capable of providing the necessary labor, materials, and equipment. The scope includes atmospheric testing, dewatering, and repairing steam leaks, with specific requirements for pipe materials and installation of valves and insulation. Contractors must ensure compliance with VA technical standards, safety regulations, and provide daily on-site management. Interested parties are required to submit a comprehensive response detailing their capabilities, previous experience, and the types of services they offer, including workplace safety certifications. Responses are due by October 21, 2024, and should be directed to the contracting officer, Bill Pratt. The notice is informational and does not constitute a formal contract solicitation, assisting the VA in developing its acquisition strategy based on market research. This initiative emphasizes the VA's commitment to maintaining operational infrastructure while ensuring safety and regulatory adherence in construction practices.
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