X1NB--Chiller Support/Rental, Maintenance and Services. CAVHS
ID: 36C25625Q0353Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7dfdb60e17314532aa8df08a2a92665a/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified small businesses to provide rental, maintenance, and support services for chillers at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. The procurement aims to acquire cooling equipment capable of producing 1,000 tons of chilled water, alongside comprehensive maintenance services, over a five-year contract period. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the healthcare infrastructure for veterans, ensuring efficient cooling systems are in place to support hospital operations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by February 10, 2025, and are encouraged to attend a mandatory site visit on January 28, 2025, at the John Little McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas. For inquiries, contact Contracting Officer Anthony Marion at anthony.marion2@va.gov or 713-794-7408.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Anthony MarionContracting Officer
    (713) 794-7408
    anthony.marion2@va.gov
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    36C25625Q0353_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (36C25625Q0353) for the rental, maintenance, and support services of chillers for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. This solicitation is exclusively for small businesses and must adhere to various federal acquisition regulations. The performance period extends for five years, commencing upon contract award. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for January 28, 2025, at the John Little McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas, encouraging contractors to assess the proposed service location. Interested vendors must submit their questions to the Contracting Officer, Anthony Marion, by January 29, 2025, and quotes are due by February 10, 2025. The evaluation process will utilize a comparative analysis to determine the best offer for the government. Contractors are advised to review and comply with the attached provisions and clauses specific to this acquisition to ensure eligibility. This initiative reflects the VA's ongoing commitment to enhancing healthcare infrastructure for veterans through efficient service contracts.
    36C25625Q0353-Combine Solicitation-Chiller Support- Rental- Maintenance and Services 011425.pdf
    This document outlines a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items associated with the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. The primary focus is on acquiring cooling equipment and services to produce 1,000 tons of chilled water at the John Little McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital over a five-year contract period. The solicitation is open to small businesses and contains specific provisions for quote evaluations, with a total value limit of $4,000,000. A mandatory site visit is set for January 28, 2025, and all questions must be addressed to the contracting officer by January 29, 2025. Quotes must be submitted by February 10, 2025. Key components of the deliverables include a water-cooled chiller, evaporator and condenser pumps, and cooling towers, alongside comprehensive maintenance services such as startup, winterization, and operational support. The document emphasizes adherence to federal acquisition regulations and the importance of maintaining confidentiality and compliance with safety regulations. Overall, this solicitation reflects the government's intention to procure essential cooling systems to support veteran healthcare facilities while promoting small business participation in federal contracting opportunities.
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