The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting quotes for the rental and installation of a Temporary Deaerator Tank under solicitation number 36C24825Q0313. The contract, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), requires delivery and setup of the tank, with operations connected to the existing boiler system. The contract spans a base period from March 3, 2025, to March 2, 2026, with options for renewal for four additional years, renting the tank on a monthly basis.
Interested vendors must submit their quotes by February 17, 2025, including essential information such as business details, tax identification, and acknowledgment of the solicitation terms. The VA specifies the need for new equipment only, with successful offerors responsible for meeting technical specifications and ensuring compatibility with the current SCADA system. Delivery is expected within 90 days following order receipt to the Bay Pines VA Medical Center. This procurement reflects the VA’s objective to maintain operational efficiency while supporting service-disabled veteran entrepreneurs through strategic contracting practices.
The document outlines a solicitation for a contract associated with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 8 for the rental and installation of a Temporary Deaerator Tank at the Bay Pines VA Health Care System. The rental will facilitate necessary inspections of existing equipment without interrupting boiler operations. The contract is set aside entirely for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with a contract value of approximately $40 million over an initial period of one year, with options for extension for up to four additional years.
Key requirements include the delivery, setup, and installation of the tank, ensuring compatibility with existing systems, and compliance with regulatory standards. Contractors must perform all work within a specified time frame while adhering to VA security protocols to protect sensitive information. The document also articulates record management obligations and contract clauses that govern the execution, payments, and potential disputes under the contract. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and VAAR clauses reflecting compliance requirements and expectations for performance and standards of work throughout the contract duration.