The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to solicit bids for the replacement of a generator and the removal of an underground fuel storage tank at the VA Illiana Healthcare System in Danville, Illinois. This project, identified as 550-22-105, involves comprehensive construction work, including the complete retrofit of the existing standby power diesel generator and associated systems, requiring the contractor to provide all necessary labor, materials, and resources. The project is significant for maintaining reliable power supply at the healthcare facility and is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) firms, with an anticipated budget between $2 million and $5 million. Interested bidders should monitor SAM.gov for updates and are encouraged to attend a pre-bid conference, with the formal solicitation expected to be issued around October 22, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Juan C. Gaytan at juan.gaytan@va.gov or 224-610-3644.