X1NB--Chiller Support/Rental, Maintenance and Services. CAVHS
ID: 36C25625Q0288Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF HEATING AND COOLING PLANTS (X1NB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9bd1149f47074cd6a5b69652a37f39d5/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide annual chiller support, including rental, maintenance, and services for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) at the John L. McClellan Medical Center in Little Rock, AR. The contractor will be responsible for delivering 1,000 tons of chilled water cooling, which encompasses installation, maintenance, setup, and eventual removal of chiller systems and related equipment, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining quality cooling services that support veteran healthcare needs, and interested parties must respond by January 3, 2025, with comprehensive information about their qualifications and capabilities. For inquiries, contact Contracting Officer Anthony Marion at anthony.marion2@va.gov or call 713-794-7408.

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    Anthony MarionContracting Officer
    (713) 794-7408
    anthony.marion2@va.gov
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    36C25625Q0288.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking industry feedback through a Sources Sought Notice regarding the provision of annual chiller support, including rental, maintenance, and services for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. The contracting office, located in Houston, TX, aims to identify capable contractors who can supply equipment that produces 1,000 tons of chilled water cooling while delivering associated services, maintenance, and onsite support at the John L. McClellan Medical Center in Little Rock, AR. Interested parties are required to respond by January 3, 2025, and must provide comprehensive information about their qualifications, business size, and certifications, as well as details about their capabilities to fulfill the requirements outlined. The document emphasizes the government's interest in potential small business set-asides and encourages responses to gauge market competition. It clearly states that this notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a binding contract but serves as preliminary market research only.
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    The Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive support for chiller rental, maintenance, and services at the John L. McClellan Medical Center in Little Rock, AR. The contractor is responsible for delivering 1,000 tons of chilled water cooling, which includes installation, maintenance, setup, and eventual removal of chiller systems and related equipment, such as pumps and cooling towers. Work is to be conducted during specified business hours, with provisions for after-hours labor as necessary. The scope includes the setup and decommissioning of chiller systems, maintenance during operational months, local equipment support, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Moreover, the contractor is tasked with managing waste disposal, site cleanliness, and ensuring the protection of existing infrastructure. The contract spans a base period with four additional option periods. A site visit for potential bidders is scheduled to facilitate further understanding of operational needs. This RFP underscores the government's commitment to ensuring quality cooling services in support of veteran healthcare needs.
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