Z1DA--Project No. 539-22-203 - Electric Deficiencies
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration, located at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, is seeking a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) to perform comprehensive electrical deficiency repairs and construction work. The project involves replacing motor control centers (MCCs), breakers, fuses, and other failing electrical equipment, which requires the contractor to provide all necessary tools, equipment, materials, permits, labor, and supervision. The work will encompass electrical demolition, new installations, wiring, and related construction activities as specified in project drawings and specifications. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, the project will require a thorough understanding of electrical systems and medical facility construction requirements. The Invitation for Bids (IFB) is expected to be posted on January 28, 2025, with bid openings anticipated within 30-45 days thereafter.
The contract is explicitly set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, with an estimated project magnitude between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The period of performance is 550 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with all work to be completed at 3200 Vine Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. Contractors will need to manage complex project requirements, including phasing and temporary power provisions during the electrical system upgrades. No physical bid documents will be provided, with all specifications and drawings to be available electronically upon IFB release. The project falls under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) category 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, and the Product Service Code (PSC) Z1DA for Maintenance of Hospitals and Infirmaries, indicating the specialized nature of the required work.
36C25025B0015 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 10
Pre-Solicitation 1/3
1/13/25, 4:17 PM Z1DA--Project No. 539-22-203 - Electric Deficiencies.
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 10 awarded contract 36C25025C0100 to Calvary Contracting Inc. for electrical deficiencies work at a total value of $490,000.00 on March 25, 2025. The contract was set aside specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) and is associated with NAICS code 236220 for construction of residential and commercial buildings. Located in Tipp City, Ohio, Calvary Contracting Inc. will perform the electrical deficiencies project under the solicitation 36C25025B0015, with the contract being issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office in Cincinnati, Ohio, under the leadership of Contracting Officer Luke A. Turner.
36C25025B0015 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 10
Award Notice 3/3
3/25/25, 12:19 PM Z1DA--Project No. 539-22-203 - Electric Deficiencies
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VISN 10) is seeking electrical infrastructure upgrades for the Cincinnati VA Medical Center through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation. The project involves comprehensive electrical system improvements, including demolition and replacement of multiple Motor Control Centers (MCCs) in Buildings 1 and 14, installation of new distribution panels, variable frequency drives, and integration with the existing Building Automation System. Contractors must complete the work with minimal disruption to the facility's 24/7 operations, scheduling shutdowns at least 4 weeks in advance and providing temporary power during equipment cutover. Bids are due by March 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT, with a pre-bid site visit having occurred on February 6, 2025. The contract requires precise coordination with VA staff, adherence to strict safety protocols, and submission of detailed project schedules, shop drawings, and progress reports through a web-based project management system.
The solicitation is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS code 236220, with a size standard of $45 million. The estimated project value ranges between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with a performance period of 550 calendar days following the notice to proceed. Contractors must provide a bid guarantee of 20% (not exceeding $3 million) and will be subject to liquidated damages of $282.85 per calendar day of delay. The project location is 3200 Vine Street in Cincinnati, Ohio, and requires compliance with Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations for Hamilton County. Key technical requirements include installing 480V, 3-phase electrical systems, digital metering with Building Automation System connectivity, and using Tridium Facility Explorer controllers for system integration. Performance and payment bonds will be required within 10 days of contract award.
36C25025B0015 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 10
Solicitation 2/3
1/30/25, 10:24 PM