J041--EMERGENCY AHU Bearing Replacement & Duct Repair
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 23 awarded contract 36C26326P0768 to Boiler Chiller Systems, LLC for $31,787.75 on September 23, 2026, for emergency AHU bearing replacement and duct repair.
The award was made as a sole source under simplified acquisition procedures due to emergency conditions requiring immediate response. Work includes replacement of AHU 3 fan bearings with rigging and mechanical work, post-repair vibration analysis, and repair or replacement of damaged ductwork and insulation for ICU AHU 2 at the Omaha VA Medical Center. The contractor, located in Omaha, Nebraska, was selected based on prior HVAC maintenance and repair experience at the facility and demonstrated ability to respond immediately. The requirement arose from an urgent operational need that precluded traditional competitive solicitation. Place of performance is Omaha, Nebraska. The contract is classified under PSC J041 (HVAC equipment services) and NAICS 238220.
36C26326Q1114 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 23
9/23/26, 3:09 PM J041--EMERGENCY AHU Bearing Replacement & Duct Repair
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 23 awarded a contract valued at $31,787.75 to Boiler Chiller Systems, LLC on September 23, 2026, for emergency AHU bearing replacement and duct repair at the Omaha VA Medical Center.
The work encompasses replacement of AHU 3 fan bearings with associated rigging and mechanical work, post-repair vibration analysis, and repair or replacement of damaged ductwork and insulation associated with ICU AHU 2. The contractor furnishes all labor, equipment, supervision, and materials. This was a sole source award under Simplified Acquisition Procedures justified by the emergency nature of the requirement, which necessitated response within hours to minimize disruption to facility operations and patient care. Boiler Chiller Systems, LLC was selected based on prior familiarity with the affected HVAC systems through previous maintenance and repair work at the facility and demonstrated capability to mobilize resources within the emergency timeframe. The contracting office is VA Network Contracting Office 23 in Coralville, Iowa. Work is classified under PSC J041 and NAICS 238220.
36C26326Q1114 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 23
9/23/26, 3:08 PM J041--EMERGENCY AHU Bearing Replacement & Duct Repair
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 23 awarded a $31,787.75 contract to Boiler Chiller Systems, LLC for emergency AHU bearing replacement and duct repair at the Omaha VA Medical Center on September 23, 2026.
The award followed a sole source justification under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The work scope includes replacement of AHU 3 fan bearings with rigging and mechanical work, post-repair vibration analysis, and repair or replacement of damaged ductwork and insulation associated with ICU AHU 2. Boiler Chiller Systems was selected based on the emergency nature of the requirement, prior HVAC maintenance and repair work at the facility, demonstrated familiarity with the affected systems, and ability to mobilize resources within the emergency timeframe. Limited market research was conducted due to time constraints; traditional market research was not practicable without delaying critical repairs that could disrupt facility operations and patient care. Contracting Officer Amanda Patterson-Elliott approved the purchase on September 21, 2026, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b).
36C26326Q1114 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 23
9/23/26, 3:08 PM