5680-- Project Number: 695-24-101 Construct Chiller Plant - Design -Build at the Clement J Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
ID: 36C77626Q0024Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFPCAC (36C776)INDEPENDENCE, OH, 44131, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (5680)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/a6277f21aa5947d8a9a2f3ecf46c46b2/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified contractors for a Design-Build project to construct a new Chiller Plant (Building 153) at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The project aims to enhance cooling capacity for the Main Hospital (Building 111) by replacing the existing system in Building 109, which will be demolished. This comprehensive effort includes architectural, engineering, and construction services, ensuring compliance with VA design standards and safety protocols, with an estimated construction value between $50 million and $100 million. Interested contractors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC), must submit their capability statements by November 12, 2025, to the primary contact, Shardae Webb, at Shardae.Webb@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shardae WebbContract Specialist
    (216) 791-3800 ext 49668
    Shardae.Webb@va.gov
    William D Henkel
    william.henkel@va.gov
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    36C77626Q0024_.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research for a Design-Build (DB) project to construct a new Chiller Plant (Building 153) at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This project, numbered 695-24-101, aims to enhance and expand cooling capacity for the main hospital and will replace the existing system in Building 109, which will be demolished. The scope includes architectural, engineering, and construction services for a fully functional, commissioned chiller plant, site preparation, utilities installation, and structural and mechanical construction. The project is planned for advertising between December 2025 and January 2026, with an estimated magnitude of construction between $50 million and $100 million. The VA is seeking capability statements from interested contractors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC), to determine the appropriate procurement method and socio-economic set-aside. Responses are due by November 10, 2025.
    36C77626Q0024.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research for a Design-Build project to construct a new Chiller Plant (Building 153) at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This project, with an estimated value between $50 million and $100 million, will enhance and expand cooling capacity for the Main Hospital, replacing the existing system in Building 109, which will be demolished. The scope includes architectural, engineering, and construction services for a fully functional, commissioned Chiller Plant, site preparation, utilities installation, and adherence to VA design standards. The VA is seeking capability statements from interested contractors by November 10, 2025, to determine the procurement method and potential socio-economic set-aside. This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research only and not a solicitation.
    Attachment 1 - SOW MRR - Construct Chiller Plant - Design Build - Milwaukee.docx
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for Design Build Services to construct a new Chiller Plant (Bldg 153) at the Clement J Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The project aims to upgrade and enhance cooling capabilities for the Main Hospital (Bldg 111), replacing the existing Bldg 109. The Design Build contractor is responsible for all architectural, engineering, and construction services, including demolition of Bldg 109, site development, utility connections, and full commissioning of the new plant by a third party. The project emphasizes adherence to VA design guides, applicable codes, and strict safety and security protocols, with a detailed schedule for design and construction phases. The contractor is also responsible for all permitting, environmental documentation, and management of storm water pollution. This comprehensive effort ensures a fully functional Chiller Plant meeting all VA specifications and standards.
    Sources Sought Amendment 0001 - 36C77626Q0024.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Program Contracting Activity Central, issued Amendment 0001 to Solicitation Number 36C77626Q0024. This amendment, dated November 6, 2025, extends the deadline for receipt of offers to November 12, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. The purpose of this modification is solely to provide additional time for offerors to submit their proposals. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
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