W099--Unrestricted - Service - Air Conditioner Lease - MPLS
ID: 36C26325Q0536Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- MISCELLANEOUS (W099)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b9c3d94d513d41f3a6cd9c775f9cd135/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking contractors to provide a temporary air conditioning leasing service for the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Health Care System. The primary objective is to deliver mobile air conditioning units, including necessary ductwork and accessories, to ensure adequate cooling in a specified building until a permanent system is installed. This procurement is crucial for maintaining a comfortable environment for veterans receiving care, reflecting the government's commitment to quality infrastructure in veteran health services. Interested parties should contact Contracting Officer Joseph A. Bloomer at Joseph.Bloomer@va.gov for further details, as the lease agreement spans five months with potential extensions, and the procurement process adheres to standard federal acquisition regulations.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joey BloomerContracting Officer
    (515) 699-5549
    joseph.bloomer@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    36C26325Q0536_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, is issuing a presolicitation notice for Air Conditioner Lease Services at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center (VAMC). The procurement falls under NAICS code 532490, which pertains to equipment rental and leasing, with a size standard of $40 million. Companies interested in bidding must monitor the designated site for solicitation details and are responsible for obtaining any amendments. The contract is for a temporary 5-month lease of cooling units while a new system is designed and installed at Building 222, St. Paul, MN. The contractor will provide two 10-ton air conditioning units and flexible ducts, ensuring delivery by May 1st and pickup no earlier than September 30th. The contractor must also maintain the units, addressing any equipment issues within specified timeframes. Monthly invoicing during the operation period is required, with payment structured into five installments. This process underscores the VA's commitment to maintaining operational readiness while adhering to procurement regulations and standards.
    36C26325Q0536.docx
    The document outlined in the RFP pertains to the acquisition of a temporary air conditioning leasing service for the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Health Care System. The primary objective is to provide temporary cooling solutions for a specified building until a permanent cooling system is installed. The lease agreement spans five months, with a base period and two optional extended years, emphasizing that the VA may forgo exercising the option years. The contractor is expected to deliver mobile air conditioning units with specified cooling capacities, ductwork, and related accessories. Monthly invoices are to be submitted during the operational phase, and the contractor must ensure prompt maintenance and response to equipment failures. The government entity managing this project is the Department of Veterans Affairs, with specified contact details for the contracting officer. The document integrates standard federal acquisition regulations, detailing the responsibilities of both parties, payment terms, and conditions for contract modification and termination. This RFP illustrates the government's ongoing commitment to providing quality infrastructure for veteran health services through efficient procurement processes.
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