Z--ESPC IDIQ (VA-19-00001743)
ID: 36E77619R0009Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF OTHER HOSPITAL BUILDINGS (Z2DZ)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3433d9de4d0a48aca45ca7fadcb17663/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is opening a new round of applications for its Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, VA-19-00001743, seeking additional Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) for potential inclusion. This opportunity focuses on enhancing energy efficiency in VA facilities. SDVOSBs interested in joining the IDIQ contract vehicle must submit proposals by the extended deadline of January 11th, 2022, adhering to the instructions detailed in Sections L and M of the RFP.
    The VA seeks to procure energy savings and related services from qualified ESCOs through this SDVOSB set-aside, aiming to add multiple new contractors to the existing IDIQ. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and evaluation criteria while ensuring compliance with COVID-19 screening requirements.
    The VA's commitment to energy efficiency improvements drives this procurement process, with the department encouraging interested parties to carefully review the solicitation's amendments. Applicants should submit Volumes 1 to 3 as specified, acknowledging the amendments and adhering to the extended deadline.
    Key contacts for this opportunity are Nathan Pennington (nathan.pennington@va.gov) and Danielle Mills (Danielle.Mills@va.gov), and the funding amount is approximately $23 million.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nathan Pennington
    nathan.pennington@va.gov
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    36E77619R0009.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to issue a presolicitation notice for an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC). The VA intends to negotiate with verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) for this multiple-award, indefinite-delivery contract. SDVOSBs must be registered on the DOE Qualified ESCO List. ESPCs aim to achieve energy savings and improvements, with ESCOs developing and financing energy conservation measures (ECMs). The VA seeks to post the formal solicitation around January 2019, with responses due later that month. This notice is for informational purposes only; interested parties should prepare for the upcoming solicitation. The VA will release further details and instructions through the VA Vendor Portal.
    36E77619R0009.docx
    36E77619R0009 0008.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs issues an amendment to an existing solicitation (36E77619R0009) for an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The amendment opens the solicitation to additional firms for possible inclusion in the ESPC IDIQ, which is a SDVOSB set-aside. Firms interested in participating must submit proposals by 12:00 pm EST on January 11, 2021, and should review the original solicitation's Sections L and M for instructions and evaluation criteria. Volumes 1 to 3, as detailed in Section L, must be submitted, and any amendments must be acknowledged. The primary objective is to procure energy savings and related services from qualified ESCOs, with a focus on adding multiple new contractors to the existing IDIQ.
    36E77619R0009 0008.docx
    36E77619R0009 0009.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs issues an amendment to a solicitation for potential vendors to join the VA ESPC IDIQ, a pre-existing Multiple Award Contract focused on energy savings. The amendment extends the submission deadline to January 11th, 2022, and clarifies that interested parties should submit Volumes 1 to 3 as detailed in the original RFP. This RFP seeks to onboard additional Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) to the IDIQ contract vehicle. The work involves energy-related projects, with contractors providing solutions to improve energy efficiency in VA facilities. Interested SDVOSBs must comply with COVID-19 screening requirements and submit the required documentation acknowledging the amendment. The VA emphasizes that failing to meet the extended deadline may result in rejection.
    36E77619R0009 0009.docx
    36E77619R0009 0010.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs extends the submission deadline for its latest amendment, 36E77619R0009, to November 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM. This amendment invites additional qualified firms to submit proposals for potential inclusion in the VA ESPC IDIQ, a final on-ramp opportunity. Offerors should submit Volumes 1–3, as detailed in Section L of the original RFP, with amendments acknowledged. The focus is on joining the IDIQ contract vehicle for energy savings performance contracting (ESPC) projects. Eligible candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and evaluation criteria outlined in Sections L and M of the RFP. The continued emphasis on energy efficiency improvements in VA facilities remains a key objective.
    Vendor_Portal_Instructions.pdf
    The file details the process of registering for and accessing the VA's Electronic Contract Management System (eCMS) Vendor Portal. This portal is a comprehensive tool for managing acquisitions throughout their lifecycle. Vendors can use this platform to respond to solicitation announcements posted by the VA. The guide provides a step-by-step registration process, covering account creation, login procedures, password management, and profile editing. Additionally, it explains how to access the Forecast of Contracting Opportunities (FCO) reports, allowing vendors to view and filter upcoming contracting opportunities within the VA. This system enhances the efficiency of vendor interactions, enabling them to access and respond to solicitations easily.
    Vendor_Portal_Instructions.pdf
    Vendor_Portal_Vendors_Guide.pdf
    Vendor_Portal_Vendors_Guide.pdf
    The VA Electronic Contract Management System (VAeCMS) guide assists vendors in navigating the VAeCMS Vendor Portal. It outlines the processes for updating account information, resetting passwords, viewing solicitations, and submitting questions and responses. Vendors can respond to limited competition solicitations posted on the portal, except for e-BUY postings. The guide also explains how to access Forecast of Contracting Opportunities reports and provides insights into solicitation statuses, multiple user responses, and amendment procedures. Essentially, the VA aims to streamline its acquisition processes and enhance vendor interaction through this user-friendly guide, enabling efficient participation in VA procurements.
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