The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide services for the expansion of Building 42 at the Marion VA Medical Center in Illinois, aimed at enhancing logistics and service delivery. The project involves designing a two-story addition of approximately 19,795 square feet, remodeling part of the existing structure, and ensuring compliance with Sustainable Federal Buildings standards, including the provision of multiple deductive bid alternatives. This initiative is crucial for improving operational efficiency and accommodating additional parking spaces, with an estimated construction cost of approximately $16.7 million. Interested contractors must submit their capability statements by November 18, 2024, to the primary contact, Tessia Hall, at Tessia.Hall@va.gov.