5410--Modular Live-Fire Training Tower System Structure, Class A
ID: 36C24424Q0862Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing (332311)

PSC

PREFABRICATED AND PORTABLE BUILDINGS (5410)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f95314a1c49c4f81a042048dc20b2874/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking offers for a specialized Modular Live-Fire Training Tower System Structure, classified as Class A, to be installed at the Butler VA Healthcare System in Butler, Pennsylvania. The primary goal is to enhance the live-fire training capabilities of VA medical personnel.

    This procurement focuses on obtaining a comprehensive training system that mimics real-life emergency scenarios. The VA requires a container-style setup featuring three 8'x40' ISO-type shipping containers configured with various training props. The system must adhere to stringent standards and specifications for safety and realism. Anti-slip flooring, galvanized or painted exterior surfaces, and secure external openings are key features. The ground level will comprise forcible entry and breach props, burn rooms, and a standpipe with a fire department connection. The second story will have additional burn rooms, roof access, and a rappelling tower assembly. It will also include a confined space training prop with a vertical shaft and horizontal pipe section.

    The contractor will undertake delivery, installation, configuration, and assembly of the training tower, coordinating closely with the VA to ensure a timely delivery and adherence to safety and security guidelines. They will also be responsible for site cleanliness and compliance with regulations.

    While the exact quantities and technical details are reserved for the full solicitation, interested vendors are directed to reference solicitation number 36C24424Q0862 for further information. The VA has indicated the importance of certified service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small businesses as potential subcontractors.

    This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, with the NAICS code classifying it as prefabricated metal building manufacturing. Vendors should monitor the beta.sam.gov website for the solicitation's release around July 31, 2024, and note the response deadline of August 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM EDT. The contract is likely to be firm-fixed-price.

    For clarity, vendors are advised to submit questions in writing to the primary contact, William MacDougall, Contract Specialist, by the specified deadline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    William MacDougallContract Specialist
    (484) 475-5623
    william.macdougall@va.gov
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    36C24424Q0862_1.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to procure a modular live-fire training tower system for the Fire & Emergency Services Department (FES) at the VA Butler Healthcare facility in Butler, Pennsylvania. This system will be used for training purposes and includes a range of features to simulate various emergency scenarios. The VA is looking to acquire a container-style system with three 8'x40' ISO-type shipping containers configured in a specific layout, with anti-slip flooring, galvanized or painted exterior surfaces, and secure exterior openings. The ground level of the system will include forcible entry and breach props, burn rooms, and a standpipe with fire department connection. The second story will feature additional burn rooms, roof access, and a rappelling tower assembly. The system will also incorporate a confined space training prop with a vertical shaft and horizontal pipe section. The contractor will be responsible for delivery, installation, configuration, and assembly of the training tower system. They will coordinate with the VA to ensure deliveries are made according to schedule and will provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision. The contractor will also be responsible for job site cleanliness and compliance with safety and security guidelines. The VA has specified technical specifications, delivery dates, and the location for equipment installation. The contract includes various terms and conditions, such as inspection/acceptance, changes, disputes, risk of loss, and termination. The VA has also included clauses related to commercial advertising, evaluation factors for service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small businesses, and electronic submission of payment requests. The total value of the contract is not explicitly stated, but it will be awarded based on the evaluation of proposals, with consideration given to the use of certified service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small businesses as subcontractors. The deadline for submitting questions is August 8, 2024, and the offer due date is August 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM EDT.
    36C24424Q0862_2.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure a modular live-fire training tower system, classified as a Class A structure, through this solicitation, with a response date of August 20, 2024. The focus of the procurement is to obtain a comprehensive system that will enable live-fire training exercises, suggesting a need for a robust and realistic training environment for veterans. While specific details about quantities are not provided, the procurement is coded under Product Service Code 5410, indicating it falls under the category of "Buildings and Building Materials/Supplies." The solicitation number 36C24424Q0862 should be referenced for further details, including technical specifications and requirements, which can be found in the attached document. The place of performance is listed as the Butler VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania, USA, with an estimated contract value that will be revealed in the full solicitation. Vendors interested in providing this training system are advised to review the full solicitation document and respond by the specified deadline.
    36C24424Q0862.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure a modular live-fire training tower system, classified as a Class A structure, for the Butler VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. The primary objective of this procurement is to acquire a specialized training structure to facilitate live-fire exercises and enhance the readiness of VA medical personnel. The training tower system is expected to meet stringent specifications and standards to ensure its effectiveness and safety for live-fire training. While specific technical details are not provided in this notice, it is clear that the tower will be a significant structure, as indicated by the NAICS code corresponding to fabricated structural steel manufacturing. A key deliverable for the contractor is the design and construction of this modular training tower, ensuring it meets the required Class A standards and can accommodate live-fire exercises. The contract is likely to be of a firm-fixed-price nature, with a response date for submissions provided in the Eastern Time zone. Critical dates for this procurement include the response date, which is the submission deadline for proposals, and the archive date, which is 60 days after the response date. The place of performance is specified as the Butler VA Medical Center in Butler, Pennsylvania, USA. This presolicitation notice serves as an early announcement of the government's intent to procure this specialized training structure, with further details to be provided in the upcoming solicitation document. Vendors and contractors in the structural steel and live-fire training industries should pay close attention to the upcoming release of the full solicitation to fully understand the scope and requirements of this unique project.
    Pre-Solicitation Notice.doc
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 4, is preparing to release a solicitation for a Modular Live-Fire Training Tower System Structure, Class A, intended for the Butler VA Healthcare System in Butler, Pennsylvania. This pre-solicitation notice informs potential small business vendors that the procurement will be entirely set aside for them, with the NAICS code being for prefabricated metal building manufacturing. While specific details of the structure's requirements will be outlined in the full solicitation, we know that it will be released around July 31, 2024, on the beta.sam.gov website, and vendors are responsible for monitoring and obtaining all amendments. This notice also emphasizes that offerors must submit any questions in writing and that the government is not obligated to award a contract or pay for proposal preparation. The point of contact for this procurement is Contract Specialist William MacDougall.
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