HVAC Test and Balance (Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business Set-Aside)
ID: 36C24725Q0291Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING, AND AIR CIRCULATING EQUIPMENT (J041)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for HVAC testing and balancing services at the Atlanta VA Medical Center and its associated clinics, with a contract set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The procurement requires contractors to perform annual balancing procedures, ensure compliance with VA and Joint Commission HVAC standards, and provide on-call troubleshooting services, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high-quality air management in healthcare facilities. The contract, valued at $19 million, has a performance period of one year with options for up to five additional years, and interested bidders must attend mandatory site visits scheduled for January 21 and January 24, 2025, at the Decatur, GA location. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Benford Brundage via email at Benford.Brundage@va.gov.

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    This government document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for HVAC testing, balancing, and airflow certification services for the Atlanta VA Medical Center and associated clinics. The contract, valued at $19 million, is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. The services required include annual balancing procedures, compliance verification with VA and Joint Commission HVAC standards, and on-call troubleshooting. The contractor must possess specific qualifications, including NEBB certification and experience with healthcare facilities. The performance period is one year with options for five total years. The documentation details the required compliance with various regulations, invoicing processes, and safety protocols for contractor employees while working in VA facilities. It emphasizes the proper management of electronic invoice submissions and the necessity for contractors to provide evidence of work completion. The strict guidelines indicate the government’s commitment to ensuring high-quality service delivery while promoting veteran-owned businesses. Overall, the contract promotes efficiency, safety, and compliance within the healthcare environment, showcasing the integration of procedural rigor and veteran empowerment in federal contracting.
    The document outlines the details for two mandatory site visits related to an HVAC Test and Balance project at the Atlanta, GA VA Medical Center, referenced by RFP number 36C24725Q0291. The site visits are scheduled for January 21 and January 24, 2025, both at 9:00 AM EST, and will take place at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Building C, Room GC125/GC126, located at 1670 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA. During these visits, no information regarding estimates, bidder lists, or current contracts will be shared, and attendees are unable to ask questions. The document is structured to provide logistical details for potential bidders, indicating the confidentiality of contract-related information prior to the bidding process. This protocol highlights the due diligence required in federal RFP submissions, ensuring a fair and competitive bidding environment.
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