Z1LZ--526-17-707 Parking Lot Replacement and Expansion

The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for Project No. 526-17-707, a parking lot replacement and expansion at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center in Bronx, New York. This project, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), requires construction services including demolition, architectural, electrical, landscape, utility, grading, fencing, and pavement markings for approximately 2300 square feet. The scope of work details site preparation, grading, pavement installation, drainage improvements, ADA compliance, curb and sidewalk replacement, striping, signage (including two new LED electronic message signs), and lighting. The estimated project duration is 180 calendar days, with a construction cost range of $1-5 Million. Contractors must use the Autodesk Build Construction Management platform, register with the SBA and SAM, and provide bid, performance, and payment bonds. The solicitation will be released around March 20, 2026, with responses due by March 17, 2026, at 4 PM Eastern Time.

This federal procurement document outlines the mandatory requirements for construction contractors and A/E design firms to utilize the VISN 2 Autodesk Build Construction management platform, also known as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC). This cloud-based platform is used for all VISN 2 Non-Recurring Maintenance (NRM), Minor Program projects, Feasibility Studies, and Commissioning contracts at no cost to the contractor. Upon contract award, the contractor must request platform and ProductivityNOW eLearning access from the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) within 14 days. Access is restricted to active project staff, who must complete required ACC training within 12 calendar days of receiving access and submit certificates of completion to the COR within 2 business days. The ACC platform serves as the sole official system for all project correspondence, including RFIs, submittals, schedules, shutdown requests, and safety reports. Project work cannot begin, and submissions will not be accepted, until all ACC platform and training requirements are met. Contractors must also notify the COR of any staff access changes within 2 business days. Failure to use the platform will not justify contract extensions or price increases.

This document consists of official federal construction design plans and engineering drawings for a federal public works project at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Hospital. Located at 130 West Kingsbridge Road, Bronx, New York 10468, the project is titled "Parking Lot Replacement and Expansion" under Project Number 526-17-107. The plans were prepared for the VA's Office of Construction and Facilities Management by consulting engineering firms Reilly Associates and Northeast Infrastructure, LLC. Dated October 22, 2019, the document set represents the construction documents phase of the development. The architectural and engineering drawings provide detailed schematics, elevations, test pit details, and electrical plans necessary to execute the civil and utility upgrades. The specific sheets included in this document set cover: - Existing site plans, general notes, legends, and civil surveys (Sheets G-100, C-100, and C-101) detailing existing topography, vegetation, test pits, and utilities. - Electrical symbols, abbreviations, and site plans (Sheets E-001, E-100, and E-104). - Electrical demolition plans for the parking lot (Sheet ED-101). - Building-specific electrical schematics, including Building 100 Police Office, Building 100 Sub-Basement, and Building 105 Basement/Ground Floor plans (Sheets E-101, E-102, and E-103). - Electrical layout plans, details, and schedules for the parking lot expansion (Sheets E-105, EP-110, EP-111, and EP-112). These technical drawings serve as the formal design specifications for contractors bidding on or executing the parking facility upgrades and associated electrical utility relocations at the Bronx VA medical facility.

This federal contract document outlines the construction specifications and administrative requirements for the Parking Lot Replacement and Expansion project (Project Number: 526-17-107) at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center in Bronx, NY. Prepared by Northeast Infrastructure, LLC, and dated October 22, 2019, the document provides the technical guidelines and compliance standards necessary for execution. The scope of work encompasses general construction, demolition, site preparation, grading, drainage, asphalt paving, signage, and extensive electrical installations, including exterior lighting and physical access controls. Notably, bidders must incorporate 3,500 cubic yards of rock excavation into their base bids, with provisions for price adjustments based on actual quantities. Administratively, the contractor must adhere to strict VA security protocols, including photo ID badging, key control, and the safeguarding of sensitive information. The contractor is also required to utilize the VISN 2 Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) platform at no cost for all official communications, submittals, and RFIs, which requires mandatory staff training within 12 days of access. Additionally, the contractor must develop and maintain a detailed Critical Path Method (CPM) project schedule to monitor progress and support monthly payment applications. Work must be closely coordinated with the VA Medical Center to ensure uninterrupted 24/7 operations, and any utility shutdowns require a 14-day advance written notice.

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provision 52.225-2, "Buy American Certificate (OCT 2022)," requires offerors in federal solicitations to certify the origin of their proposed end products. Under this provision, offerors must certify that each supplied end product is a domestic end product and disclose whether domestic end products contain designated critical components. Additionally, offerors must explicitly list any foreign end products, identify their countries of origin, and indicate if non-COTS foreign products exceeding 55 percent domestic content are being utilized. The provision defines key terms by referencing the "Buy American-Supplies" clause and states that the government will evaluate all submitted offers in accordance with the policies and procedures outlined in FAR Part 25.

This document contains the Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) clause 852.219-75, which requires a Certificate of Compliance with limitations on subcontracting for services and construction. Under this clause, the offeror certifies compliance with specific subcontracting limits. For this particular solicitation, the "General Construction" category is selected, meaning the contractor cannot pay more than 85% of the contract amount to firms that are not certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). The cost of materials is excluded from this calculation. Falsifying this certification can result in criminal, civil, or administrative penalties under Title 18 U.S.C. Section 1001. If the VA determines that an SDVOSB or VOSB did not act in good faith, the firm faces referral to the VA Suspension and Debarment Committee, fines, and prosecution. To verify compliance, contractors must cooperate with the VA and provide documentation—such as invoices and subcontracts—upon request at any point during or after contract performance. Failure to comply with these requests can lead to remedial action. Finally, offerors must fully complete, sign, and return this formal certification with their bid or proposal. Failure to submit the signed certificate will render the offeror's proposal ineligible for evaluation and award.

This government procurement document outlines labor classifications, pricing structures, and hourly rates for a public sector contract. It details specific labor categories and their corresponding billing rates across various operational functions, including management, technical support, and general labor. Key labor classifications specified in the document include Project Managers, Site Superintendents, Quality Control Managers, Safety Officers, and skilled/unskilled labor roles. The pricing schedules are broken down by contract periods (such as Base Year and Option Years) to establish a clear, long-term fiscal framework. Additionally, the document lists standardized hourly rates for various administrative, engineering, and technical positions to ensure cost transparency and regulatory compliance throughout the contract term. The structured tables serve to define the exact personnel costs and labor guidelines that the selected contractor must adhere to, facilitating accurate budgeting and compliance monitoring for the duration of the government project.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued Solicitation 36C24226B0044 for Project 526-17-707, "Parking Lot Expansion," at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Bronx, New York. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside procurement, with an estimated construction magnitude between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Under NAICS code 236220, the contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price agreement. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to expand and completely renovate 2,300 square feet of the VAMC parking lot. The comprehensive scope includes site preparation, demolition, excavation, grading, subbase installation, drainage improvements, pavement installation, concrete curbs, sidewalks, and ADA-compliant striping and signage. Additionally, the contractor must install two new LED electronic message signs, perform associated electrical work, and include 3,500 cubic yards of rock excavation within the base bid. Performance must be completed within 150 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Bidders must attend a mandatory site visit scheduled for July 20, 2026, and submit written RFIs by July 24, 2026. Sealed bids, along with a 20% bid bond and required certifications (including Buy American and Limitations on Subcontracting certificates), are due for an in-person public opening on August 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. The awardee is required to utilize the VISN 2 Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and strictly adhere to federal, state, local, and VA infection control protocols. Architect-engineering firm Northeast Infrastructure LLC is barred from bidding.