Z1DA--620A4-19-202 Replace Chilled Water Lines Construction at Castle Point VAMC
ID: 36C77625B0036Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Z1DA)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b4e2d3ac518340018875de07d8133b8c/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is preparing to solicit bids for the construction project titled "Replace Chilled Water Lines" at the Castle Point VA Medical Center in Wappingers Falls, New York. This initiative aims to replace the aging chilled water distribution system, originally installed in the 1980s, which has become increasingly difficult to maintain and is critical for ensuring seamless transitions between heating and cooling, thereby supporting patient care and safety. The project is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with an estimated construction value between $5 million and $10 million, and a performance period of approximately 1,100 calendar days following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Interested contractors should direct any inquiries to Contract Specialist Jason Phillip via email at jason.phillip@va.gov, with the solicitation expected to be released in late June or early July 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jason PhillipContract Specialist
    (216) 447-8300
    jason.phillip@va.gov
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    36C77625B0036.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), is seeking bids for the replacement of the chilled water lines at the Castle Point VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Wappingers Falls, NY. This presolicitation notice outlines the intent to award a Firm-Fixed-Price contract to a general contractor responsible for supplying materials, equipment, and personnel for the project, adhering to VA standards and relevant codes. The current chilled water distribution system, installed in the 1980s, requires replacement due to extensive maintenance issues, impacting patient care and safety during seasonal transitions. The project falls under a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside, with a total construction value estimated between $5 million and $10 million. The solicitation, expected to be released in late June or early July 2025, will allow approximately 1,100 calendar days for completion. Vendors wishing to participate must submit questions via email to the contact specialist, Jason Phillip. This initiative demonstrates the VA's commitment to enhancing infrastructure critical to patient care within its facilities while supporting small businesses owned by veterans.
    Presolicitation Notice 36C77625B0036.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is preparing to solicit bids for the construction of a project titled "Replace Chilled Water Lines" at the Castle Point VA Medical Center in Wappingers Falls, NY. This initiative aims to replace the aging chilled water distribution system installed in the 1980s, which has become increasingly difficult to maintain, affecting seasonal transitions between heating and cooling. The project seeks a general contractor to provide all necessary materials, personnel, and supervision according to VA regulations and industry standards. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)Set-Aside, the solicitation will only accept bids from eligible businesses, with construction costs estimated between $5 million and $10 million. The period of performance is expected to be around 1100 days following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. This presolicitation notice serves as preliminary information to prospective bidders, inviting inquiries via email to a designated contracting officer. Ultimately, this project underscores the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care through infrastructure improvements.
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