The Department of Veterans Affairs is initiating a presolicitation notice for Architect-Engineer (A-E) services as part of the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades at the Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA. This project, allocated solely for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), involves developing comprehensive construction documents for significant infrastructural enhancements, with a construction value estimated between $10 million and $20 million. Interested firms must submit Standard Form 330 qualifications by March 7, 2025, to be evaluated based on several criteria, including professional qualifications, relevant project experience, capacity to meet project timelines, and past performance. Selection processes favor firms that have experience with network infrastructure, construction inspection, and local regulations, with at least five relevant projects documented from the past five years. Due to its budget and scope, the project aims to modernize critical VA facilities while adhering to veteran-focused regulations and standards. The government emphasizes that no costs will be reimbursed for submission responses, and contract awards depend on successful negotiation outcomes.

The Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA, is initiating the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades project with an estimated construction cost of $12,612,000. This project focuses on enhancing the facility’s infrastructure to support the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) system. Key tasks include the demolition of Building 75, construction of a new data center, and site restoration. The project requires compliance with VA standards and considerations for historic preservation, particularly given its inclusion in the Fort Walla Walla Historic District. The architect-engineer (A-E) will perform various design and construction services, including site visits, material reviews, and quality assurance. A major aim is to achieve energy efficiency and net-zero design goals, guided by established VA sustainability standards. The A-E must navigate regulatory requirements, manage telecommunications design, and ensure proper environmental assessments in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The timeline for the design phase is set for 365 days with all services to be completed within the established budget. This project exemplifies the VA's commitment to modernizing healthcare infrastructure while ensuring compliance and efficiency.

The Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) outlines the evaluation process used by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Program Contracting Activity Central for contractors bidding on the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades project at the Jonathan M. Wainwright VA Medical Center. Contractors are required to provide detailed information regarding their past performance, including project specifics, roles, and financial management. Evaluators, typically clients of the contractor, must assess various performance criteria, including quality, schedule adherence, communication efficiency, personnel management, cost management, and subcontractor oversight. The form concludes with an indication of whether the evaluator would consider working with the contractor again and an overall rating of their performance using defined adjectival ratings ranging from "Outstanding" to "Unsatisfactory." This document is crucial for ensuring that potential contractors are reliably evaluated based on their previous work, which is essential for compliance with government contracting standards and maintaining quality in federal projects.