The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is preparing to solicit proposals for the Design-Build (DB) New Replacement Kauai Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) at the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System in Lihue, Hawaii. The project involves constructing a new CBOC building of approximately 9,150 square feet with 75 parking spaces, utilizing prefabricated components or modular structures as specified in VA guidelines. The contract will be awarded as a Firm-Fixed-Price agreement and is set aside for small businesses, with the applicable NAICS code being 236220 and a size standard of $45 million. The expected construction budget is between $10 million and $20 million, with an estimated timeline of 730 days for completion post-award. This solicitation, classified as a Request for Proposal (RFP), aligns with FAR Part 36.3 for Design-Build Selection Procedures, emphasizing the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare infrastructure for veterans. Interested parties are instructed to submit inquiries via email to the contact specialist, Mary S. Sisson, as telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
The document pertains to the modification of a previous notice regarding the New Kauai Replacement Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) project under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The solicitation number is 36C77625R0003. This construction project, originally planned for Kauai, Hawaii, has been canceled entirely due to the lack of approved funding for Fiscal Year 2025. Additionally, it notes the contracting office's address in Independence, Ohio, and provides contact information for Mary S. (Susie) Sisson, the Contract Specialist. The VA emphasizes adherence to protocols, highlighting that this modification is an important update in the context of federal contracting processes. The document underscores the challenges faced in financing public healthcare infrastructure, reflecting the broader issues related to governmental budgeting and resource allocation.