Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 36C24625B0029, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, outlines key modifications for the “Replace Building 16 HVAC - Construction” project at the Salem VA Medical Center. This amendment provides a site visit roster, reschedules an additional site visit for December 11, 2025, and sets the bid opening for January 6, 2026. The bid due date is January 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET, with electronic bids due one day prior. The project, valued between $500,000 and $1,000,000, involves HVAC replacement over 270 days. It mandates contractor registration in SAM, E-Verify, and compliance with various regulations including OSHA safety, VA Privacy Training, and VHA Directive 1192.01 regarding annual influenza shots for all on-site personnel. Background investigations and adherence to environmental management systems are also required.

This solicitation, 36C24625B0029, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 6, is a request for sealed bids for the "Replace Building 16 HVAC - Construction" project (Project Number: 658-24-106) at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, VA. The project, estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000, is a 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Contractors must provide all labor, material, equipment, and supervision for HVAC replacement, general construction, alterations, mechanical, and electrical work. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit are scheduled for December 2nd, 2025, with questions due by December 9th, 2025. Bids are due by January 6th, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, with a virtual public bid opening at 2:00 PM ET on the same day. Key requirements include a bid guarantee, performance and payment bonds, SAM registration, and compliance with various FAR and VAAR clauses regarding wage rates, Buy American, and limitations on subcontracting. Contractor personnel must undergo background checks, OSHA safety training, VA Privacy Training, and receive annual influenza shots.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a presolicitation notice for project #658-24-106, which involves replacing the HVAC system in Building 16 at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, VA. This project is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside, with a magnitude of construction estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The solicitation material, including drawings and specifications, is anticipated to be available around November 7, 2025, with proposals due approximately 30 days after issuance. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database and are responsible for checking the website periodically for updates. All questions must be submitted via email to Taneil.Crump@va.gov, as telephone requests for bidding material will not be accepted.

The project involves the evaluation, survey, and design for replacing air handling units at the Salem VA Medical Center Building 16 in Salem, Virginia. The primary goal is to enhance the HVAC systems and replace the existing HVAC unit serving the first floor, which primarily consists of office space. The project encompasses 8,509 square feet and requires adherence to ICRA Class II requirements due to a low clinic risk. The design team includes SPEES DESIGN BUILD as the architect, DAVENERGY SOLUTIONS for electrical and mechanical engineering, and JUNKER GONZALEZ ENGINEERING for structural aspects. Applicable codes include NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (2024) and the International Building Code (IBC) (2021). The VA acts as the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). The scope includes demolition of existing units, installation of new rooftop air handling units (RTU-1), and associated architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical modifications, including new roof access and ceiling work. The total project involves 36 drawings with a bid set date of 02/28/2025.

The "Replace Building 16 HVAC - Construction" project at the Salem VA Medical Center involves replacing the air conditioning system and integrating it with the existing heating system in Building 16. This 2,500 sq ft renovation on the top floor (Level 1), primarily office space, includes demolition of the old air handler and ductwork, installation of a new air handler, duct system, VAV boxes, and controls. Modifications to the fire suppression system are also required due to a new ceiling height. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision. The project has a 270-calendar day completion timeline from the Notice to Proceed, subject to fund availability. Key design team members include Spees Design Build (Architect) and DAVENERGY Solutions (Electrical and Mechanical). The contractor is responsible for site preparation, adherence to strict safety and security protocols, utility management, and a comprehensive warranty plan for all new installations.

The "Replace Building 16 HVAC" project at the Salem VA Medical Center, Project No. 658-24-106, focuses on upgrading the HVAC system in Building 16. This federal government RFP outlines comprehensive requirements for the contractor, including general construction, alterations, architectural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and structural tasks, with an emphasis on demolition and removal/relocation of existing equipment. The project is led by DAV Energy, with Matt King as Architect, Justin M. Millerberg as Mechanical Engineer, Dan Chrisp as Electrical Engineer, and David Gonzalez-Fernandez as Structural Engineer. Key aspects include stringent safety and security protocols for the occupied facility, detailed construction schedules using the Critical Path Method (CPM), and extensive warranty management. The contractor is responsible for site preparation, utility coordination, waste management, and adherence to VA standards and specifications for all installations, testing, and training of VA personnel. Special attention is given to minimizing disruption to the medical center's 24/7 operations, with strict procedures for utility interruptions and access control.

The Scope of Work for Project #658-24-106 at the Salem VA Medical Center outlines the replacement of the HVAC system in Building 16. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for general construction, alterations, mechanical, and electrical work. The project focuses on replacing the existing air conditioning system and integrating it with the current heating system on Level 1, the top floor, of Building 16, which spans approximately 2,500 square feet. This involves demolishing the old air handler and ductwork, installing a new air handler, duct system, VAV boxes, and controls, and modifying the fire suppression system due to a new, lower ceiling height. The allocated construction time is 270 calendar days from the notice to proceed, and the award is contingent on fund availability.

The General Decision Number VA20250188 outlines prevailing wage rates for highway construction projects in Roanoke, Roanoke*, and Salem* Counties, Virginia, including their independent cities, effective October 3, 2025. It excludes tunnels, building structures in rest areas, railroad construction, and certain major bridges. The document details minimum wage requirements under Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) and 13658 ($13.30/hour) for covered federal contracts, with annual adjustments. It provides specific wage rates and fringe benefits for various classifications, including Electrician, Carpenter, Laborer, and Equipment Operator roles. The document also explains identifiers for union, weighted union average, survey, and state-adopted wage rates, and outlines the appeals process for wage determinations, emphasizing contact information for the Wage and Hour Division.