J045--Boiler Plant Fire Panel/O2 Monitor
ID: 36C26324Q1177Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- PLUMBING, HEATING, AND WASTE DISPOSAL EQUIPMENT (J045)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes for the installation of a Boiler Plant Fire Panel and Oxygen Monitor at the Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System in Grand Island, Nebraska. This project aims to enhance safety by relocating critical alarm monitoring systems for 24/7 accessibility and updating outdated communication boards, addressing findings from a recent inspection. The contract, valued at $19 million, is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with a performance period from September 17, 2024, to November 17, 2025. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by September 13, 2024, and direct any technical questions to Contracting Officer Jesse Sweesy at jesse.sweesy@va.gov by September 9, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jesse SweesyContracting Officer
    (605) 519-4561
    jesse.sweesy@va.gov
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    The document outlines a combined synopsis and solicitation notice for the installation of a Boiler Plant Fire Panel/O2 Monitor for the VA Nebraska/Western Iowa Health Care System. It announces solicitation number 36C26324Q1177, which invites quotes from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) for a firm fixed price contract. The procurement falls under NAICS code 238220, with a size standard of $19 million. The place of performance is at the Grand Island Division Medical Center in Nebraska, with an anticipated period of performance from September 17, 2024, to November 17, 2025. Quotes are due by September 13, 2024, at 10:00 AM CST, and must be submitted via email to the contracting officer, Jesse Sweesy. Technical questions must be submitted by September 9, 2024. The document emphasizes the importance of contractors being registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and outlines the applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation provisions and clauses involved in the solicitation process. This synopsis exemplifies governmental efforts to engage specialized small businesses in fulfilling essential service contracts within the VA system.
    The document presents Wage Determination No. 2015-5771 under the Service Contract Act, focusing on minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for federal contracts in specific Nebraska counties. It specifies that contracts awarded post-January 30, 2022, must adhere to a minimum wage of $17.20 per hour, and those awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, to at least $12.90 per hour, unless otherwise stated in the wage determination. The document lists numerous occupations along with corresponding wage rates, highlighting that additional fringe benefits, such as health and welfare, vacation, and holiday pay, are mandated. It also details requirements for paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706. For unlisted job classifications, a conformance process must be initiated by contractors to ensure appropriate wage and classification alignment. This Wage Determination aims to guide contractors in complying with federal wage and labor standards, ensuring fair compensation for service workers involved in government contracts.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs issued a solicitation for the installation of a new boiler plant fire panel and oxygen monitor at the Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System in Grand Island, NE. This project aims to address safety findings from a recent AWE inspection, specifically by relocating critical alarm monitoring systems into an operator’s office for 24/7 accessibility and updating outdated communication boards for the chiller plant. The contract, valued at $19 million, is set aside for small businesses, emphasizing compliance with Veterans Affairs’ policies. The work must be completed within 60 days and coordination with VA staff is essential for successful execution. Contractors will provide specific documentation of work performed and adhere to federal regulations concerning maintenance, safety, and employee conduct. The contract details responsibilities of the contractor and the VA, including reporting, scheduling, and compliance with legal standards. Payment for the work will follow federal guidelines, requiring electronic submission of invoices. This project reflects the VA's commitment to improving healthcare facilities while ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
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