437-22-108 Place Chilled Water Pumps on Epower

This amendment to solicitation 36C26326B0013, for Project Number 437-22-108,

The document addresses questions regarding a government solicitation, specifically concerning the requirement for an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for an existing Building Automation System (BAS) Panel. The core inquiry revolves around providing a new UPS capable of keeping the BAS Panel operational for 30 minutes after power loss, as specified in Note 13 Sheet E-101 and Note 4 Sheet E-103. Key questions clarify if the UPS needs to be in an enclosed cabinet (yes) and seek information on the BAS Panel's amperage draw. The response directs offerors to provide the specified UPS model, or an equivalent, including an enclosure that must be mounted to the back of the existing board in BD-70 where the BAS panels are affixed. The exact placement is left to the offerors' determination as a means and/or methods issue.

The document outlines the agenda and key details for a pre-bid site visit concerning Solicitation Number 36C26326B0013 PN: 437-22-108, which involves replacing chilled water pumps. This project is a 100% SDVOSB Set-Aside, restricting competition to verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The construction magnitude is estimated between $250,000 and $500,000. Bidders are required to submit a scanned bid bond with their proposal, and successful contractors will need payment and performance bonds. The period of performance is 270 calendar days post-Notice to Proceed. All proposals must include applicable federal, state, and local taxes, as no North Dakota sales tax exemption will be issued. The primary evaluation factor is price. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted via email to dwayne.brauch@va.gov by March 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM (CT), with answers published via amendment. Proposals are due by March 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM (CT) and must also be emailed to dwayne.brauch@va.gov.

Functional Devices, Inc. offers an Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) Kit, model PSH850-UPS-STAT, designed as an 850VA backup power control center within a 14” x 16” x 6” metal enclosure, featuring status contacts. This product, relevant for federal and state/local RFPs requiring reliable power solutions, includes a 10-year warranty. The UPS provides 2 minutes of backup at full 850 VA load and 8 minutes at half load, with a 120 Vac sine wave output. It is UL Listed, UL1778 Cyber approved, and operates within a temperature range of 32 to 95° F. The kit includes components for power monitoring and control, with input and UPS output status contacts rated for various loads. Options are available for ordering without the UPS or for replacement interface boards. The average battery life is 3-5 years, depending on usage.

IFB 36C26326B0013, Project 437-22-108,