J059--New Jersey Electrical Distribution System Base plus 4 Option Year Service Contract
ID: 36C24225Q0239Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (J059)

Set Aside

Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside (specific to Department of Veterans Affairs) (VSA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9622c60f8fe14851af959cb1d1a1e801/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified entities to provide electrical distribution system maintenance services for its New Jersey VA Healthcare System, specifically at the East Orange and Lyons campuses. The contract, which includes a base year plus four option years, requires vendors to perform preventive maintenance, testing, cleaning, and calibration of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with NFPA, VA, and manufacturer standards. This initiative is crucial for maintaining reliable infrastructure within federal healthcare settings, thereby supporting the delivery of quality healthcare services. Interested parties, particularly those that are Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, must submit their capability statements and relevant experience to Contract Specialist Mike Estep at michael.estep2@va.gov by 3:00 PM EST on January 24, 2025, as this notice is for market research purposes only.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mike EstepContract Specialist
    (518) 626-7218
    michael.estep2@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    36C24225Q0239_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather market research information for a service contract related to the electrical distribution system at the Lyons and East Orange VA Campuses in New Jersey. The notice, referenced as solicitation number 36C24225Q0239, is intended to identify interested firms for potential procurement methods and assess the viability of setting aside the contract for specific socio-economic categories, including service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Interested entities are encouraged to submit their business information, capability statements, and relevant experience to the contract specialist, Mike Estep, by the deadline of January 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. The request emphasizes that responses are for market research purposes only and do not constitute a solicitation or award. An attached draft Statement of Work provides additional details regarding the required services.
    DRAFT SOW Electrical Distribution Maintenance EO LYONS CAMPUS.pdf
    The VA New Jersey Healthcare System is seeking proposals for the maintenance and testing of electrical distribution systems at its East Orange and Lyons campuses. The vendor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to ensure that the electrical systems function efficiently, adhering to NFPA, VA, and manufacturer standards. Task specifications include preventive maintenance, annual and triennial testing, cleaning, and calibration of switchgear and transformers, with work to be scheduled primarily during weekends. Performance documentation and detailed service reports will be required after maintenance activities, outlining completed tasks, findings, and suggested solutions. The contractor must have a minimum of three years of relevant experience and comply with established OSHA safety training. The project's structure emphasizes regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and enhanced service delivery within VA facilities, showcasing the government's commitment to maintaining quality healthcare systems. This initiative aligns with broader government goals to ensure reliable infrastructure in federal healthcare settings.
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