The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for Fire Extinguisher Testing and Inspection Services at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center in Michigan. The contract is set aside exclusively for Small Business concerns, and offers from larger businesses will not be entertained. The VA anticipates awarding a firm-fixed price contract around May 22, 2025, for a one-time service, with the submission of quotations due by May 16, 2025, at noon ET. Interested vendors can obtain the solicitation packages starting May 2, 2025, via the SAM.gov website, and any inquiries must be directed to the Contract Specialist, Courtney Seevers, by email by May 9, 2025. Overall, this notice outlines the need for services to ensure regulatory compliance and safety at the facility, emphasizing the government's commitment to supporting small businesses in government contracts.
This document outlines a Requisition from the Department of Veterans Affairs for fire extinguisher testing and inspection services at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center. The contractor is required to be NFPA 10 certified and must conduct hydrostatic and six-year inspection tests on a specified number of fire extinguishers. The contract has a total award value of approximately $19.5 million, and it is set to commence on May 28, 2025, with completion required within a limited timeframe.
Key requirements include documentation of all testing activities via a web-based platform and the issuance of inspection tags for the extinguishers. The contractor must also comply with specific safety and identity verification protocols due to the sensitive environment of the VA facilities. Additionally, the document emphasizes the importance of timely quote submission and includes clauses regarding payment processes, insurance requirements, and compliance with federal regulations for small business participation, particularly for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Overall, the solicitation is part of the VA's ongoing commitment to ensure safety and compliance with fire protection standards in its facilities.
This document is an amendment to a solicitation issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically by the Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10. The amendment addresses a question from a contractor regarding the existence of an incumbent contractor for the corresponding requirement. It clarifies that there is no incumbent contractor involved. The original deadline for offer submissions remains unchanged, ensuring potential bidders are aware that the timeline has not been affected by this amendment. The document is signed by Kristina L. Peart, the contracting officer, affirming the official nature of the communication.