595-22-700 | Construct EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades | Lebanon, PA
ID: 36C77625Q0090Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFPCAC HEALTH INFORMATION (36C776)INDEPENDENCE, OH, 44131, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Z1DA)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/325b31b8716f485e83ddf7f1bec6daa2/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified contractors for Project 595-22-700, which involves constructing Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) infrastructure upgrades at the Lebanon VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. The project requires a general contractor to manage extensive renovations, including deconstruction and construction of various structural elements such as walls, ceilings, plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC, while ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing medical operations. This initiative is part of the VA's commitment to modernizing healthcare facilities to enhance service delivery and safety standards. Interested contractors must submit a capabilities statement by January 31, 2025, with the estimated project cost ranging between $20 million and $50 million and a completion timeline of approximately 548 days from the Notice to Proceed. For further inquiries, contact Benjamin Niznik at Benjamin.Niznik@va.gov or Samantha Mihaila at Samantha.Mihaila@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Benjamin Niznik - Contract Specialist
    Benjamin.NIznik@VA.GOV
    Samantha Mihaila - Contracting Officer
    Samantha.Mihaila@va.gov
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    P01 - SOW.docx
    The Lebanon VA Medical Center is initiating the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades project to enhance its campus-wide infrastructure, located at 1700 South Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, PA. The project encompasses extensive renovations that include demolition and construction of elements such as walls, ceilings, lighting, alarm systems, plumbing, and HVAC. The undertaking necessitates coordination of work activities, particularly those involving cranes, which cannot occur over occupied buildings. The bidding process requires a fixed-price proposal for all specified work, including equipment installation and rentals, with a completion timeline of 548 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to modernizing healthcare facilities to meet current safety and service standards while minimizing disruption to operations at the medical center.
    P02 - 36C77625Q0090.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking potential contractors for Project 595-22-700, focused on constructing Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) infrastructure upgrades at the Lebanon VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. This Sources Sought Notice is intended for market research, not as a solicitation, and is aimed at gathering information about potential sources. The project entails significant de-construction and construction activities, including modifications to walls, ceilings, alarm systems, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, and other structural components. The VA aims to award a competitive, firm-fixed-price contract, with the procurement method yet to be finalized based on market responses. The estimated cost is between $20 million and $50 million, with a project duration of approximately 548 days. Companies interested in bidding must provide a capabilities statement detailing their qualifications, prior relevant projects, bonding capacity, and business size based on NAICS code 236220. Responses are due by January 31, 2025, and will aid in determining socio-economic set-asides for the project. No solicitation is currently available, but interested parties should monitor government contracting websites for updates. This project reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare facilities and services.
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