The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a contractor for the installation of additional HMI PanelView screens on three specific Cleaver-Brooks Steam Boilers at the Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida. This presolicitation notice details the request for proposal (RFP) with the solicitation number 36C24824Q1596, which aims to enhance the operation of the boilers by adding a second display screen to improve monitoring and control capabilities. The project is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and requires responses by September 11, 2024, at 4:30 PM ET. The work location falls under the Department of Veteran Affairs, and the primary point of contact for this solicitation is Contract Specialist Jeremy Parrish. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to maintaining and upgrading its healthcare facilities to better serve veterans.
This document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for the installation of additional Human-Machine Interface (HMI) panels on existing Cleaver Brooks Fire Tube Boilers at the Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida. The project aims to enhance boiler operational reliability by adding a secondary HMI panel and a selector switch to allow continued operation in case of panel failure.
The scope of work includes providing new HMI panels and power supplies, modifying panel doors, wiring, programming boilers, testing functionality, and training the operators. Contractors must have relevant experience, specific certifications, and must adhere to OSHA safety regulations. The contract is set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses according to applicable federal regulations. The estimated total award amount is approximately $11.5 million, with delivery to be made to the medical center. The document includes contract clauses, submission requirements, and compliance guidelines, ensuring clarity and proper administration of the contract under federal standards. The primary focus is on maintaining operational integrity and safety in VA facilities.