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1. SOLICITATION NUMBER 2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION 3. DATE ISSUED PAGE OF PAGES

4. CONTRACT NUMBER 5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER 6. PROJECT NUMBER

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying number, date)

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES," indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

12b. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014) STANDARD FORM 1442

Prescribed by GSA-FAR (48 CFR) 52.236-1(d)

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

SOLICITATION SOLICITATION

IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within ____________ calendar days and complete it within ____________ calendar days after receiving award, notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory negotiable. (See _____________________________).

YES NO

a.

(hour) local time _____________________ (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, the date and time offers are due.

b. An offer guarantee is, is not required.

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

d. Offers providing less than _______________________ calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

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36C24227B0003 X 10-29-2026

561-27-1-5820-0001 561-26-103

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Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2 James J. Peters VA Medical Center 130 West Kingsbridge Road Bronx NY 10468-3904

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2 James J. Peters VA Medical Center 130 West Kingsbridge Road Bronx NY 10468-3904

Nicholas Muro N/A

The contractor shall furnish all materials, supplies, equipment, personnel and supervision for the 561-26-103 Upgrade Electrical and Plumbing in Building 18B project in accordance with the drawings and specifications at the East Orange VA Medical Center in New Jersey.

Completion Time: 150 Calendar Days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

This is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set aside procurement.

In order to be eligible for award, Contractor must be registered in SAM (www.sam.gov) with a Unique Entity Identifier and are verified/visible/certified as SDVOSB in the DynamicSmall Business Search (DSBS) https://search.certifications.sba.gov at the time of this procurement. Offerors must submit their annual VETS4212 Report The North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) is 236220 - Business Size is $45 Million.

Magnitude of Construction: Between $250,000 to $500,000.

Contractor will be responsible to coordinate and schedule work and shall be expected to plan work typically during duty hours of 8AM to 4:30PM Eastern Time except as noted in the general conditions and as approved by the CO. Work shall comply with VA specifications and regulations, all applicable Federal, State and Local codes, including specific regulations related to working at the East Orange VA Medical Center.

A site visit is scheduled for November 11th, 2026, at 11:00amEST. Prospective Contractors shall meet at Building #5 Conference Room 113 NOTE: NO OTHER SITE VISIT WILL BE ALLOWED. INTERESTED CONTRACTORS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.

To preserve the integrity of the procurement process, all questions and requests for information must be submitted in writing to Nicholas.Muro@va.gov and Dayna.Dickson-Miller@va.gov. Questions must be received no later than November 16th, 2026 @11:00AM.

Please submit your bid via email to Nicholas.Muro@va.gov and Dayna.Dickson-Miller@va.gov. The bid opening will take place on November 30th @ 10:00 AM EST. Please include a cost breakdown of your firm’s bid.

VAAR 852.219-75 Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate is a separate requirement.

FAR 52.225-2 Buy American Act Certificate is a separate requirement.

Limitations on Subcontracting and Buy American Act Certificates must be received with the bid.

NOTE: CONTRACTORS MUST ACKNOWLEDGE ALL SOLICIATION AMENDMENTS.

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X 52.211-10

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Sealed offers in original and ____________1 _______copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _9:45am EST 11-30-2026

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14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR 15. TELEPHONE NUMBER

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of the solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within __________ calendar days after the date offers are due.

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

AMENDMENT

NUMBER

DATE.

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER 20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c)( ) 41 U.S.C. 3304(a) ( )

26. ADMINISTERED BY 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

PHONE: FAX:

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT 29. AWARD Your Contractor agrees offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further cont-this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract ractual document is necessary.

shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED 31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

TO SIGN

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE 31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31c. AWARD DATE

BY

OFFER

AWARD

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014) BACK

(Include ZIP Code) (Include area code)

(Include only if different than Item 14.)

(Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in Item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13d.)

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

(Type or print)

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

(Type or print) (Type or print)

(Contractor is required to sign this document and return _______ copies to issuing office.)

(Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

(Must be fully completed by offeror)

(To be completed by Government)

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

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Department of Veterans Affairs Samuel S . Stratton VA Medical Center Network Contracting Activity 113 Holland Avenue (2-90NCA) Albany NY 12208-3410

Tungsten Network https://www.tungsten-network.com/ customer-campaigns/veteransaffairs/

1-877-489-6135

Dayna Dickson-Miller

36C24227B0003

Table of Contents

PART I - THE SCHEDULE

SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

A.1 SF 1442 SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

A.2 SF 1442 SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (CONSTRUCTION,

ALTERATION, OR REPAIR)– BACK

Statement of Work……………………………………………………………………………………...5

Construction Documentation…………………………………………………………………………...15

PIV Badge Requirements……………………………………………………………………………

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS 19

2.1 BID OPENING INFORMATION

2.2 Special Notes regarding FAR 52.229-3: Federal, State and Local Taxes:

BID PRICING SHEET…………………………………………………………………………..20

Information Regarding Bidding Material

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS

2.1 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

2.2 52.222-5 CONSTRUCTION WAGE RATE REQUIREMENTS—SECONDARY SITE

OF THE WORK (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

2.3 52.225-10 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT—CONSTRUCTION

MATERIALS (MAY 2014)

2.4 52.225-12 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT—CONSTRUCTION

MATERIALS UNDER TRADE AGREEMENTS (MAY 2014)

2.5 52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST (SEP 2006)

2.6 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB

1998)

2.7 VAAR 852.252-70 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS OR CLAUSES INCORPORATED

BY REFERENCE (JAN 2008)

REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

3.1 52.209-13 VIOLATION OF ARMS CONTROL TREATIES OR AGREEMENTS—

CERTIFICATION (NOV 2021)

3.2 52.219-1 SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REPRESENTATIONS (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

3.3 52.240-90 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS REPRESENTATIONS

AND CERTIFICATIONS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

GENERAL CONDITIONS

4.1 52.219-14 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

4.2 52.219-28 POSTAWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REREPRESENTATION

(NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

4.3 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (MAY

2014)

4.4 52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS

(DEVIATION APR 2026)

4.5 52.225-9 BUY AMERICAN—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (DEVIATION) (NOV

2025)

4.6 52.240-91 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

4.7 52.240-93 BASIC SAFEGAURDING OF COVERED CONTRACTOR

INFORMATION SYSTEMS (DEVIATION) (NOV 2025)

4.8 52.245-2 GOVERNMENT PROPERTY INSTALLATION OPERATION SERVICES

(APR 2012)

4.9 SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

4.10 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

4.11 VAAR 852.204-72 PERSONNEL VETTING AND CREDENTIALING (DEVIATION)

(MAR 2026)

4.12 VAAR 852.219-75 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION (NOV 2022)

Attachments…………………………………………………………………………………………

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

Project # 561-26-103

Upgrade Electrical and Plumbing in Building 18B

1. Contract Title:

Furnish professional construction services to upgrade electrical, lighting, IT systems, and remediate waste line drainage issue in Building 18B at VANJHCS, East Orange, NJ.

2. Background:

Building 18 was renovated in 2022 for the Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP). Due to underutilization of certain areas and increased return-to-office requirements, the Medical Center will repurpose these spaces to administrative office use.

This project converts underutilized exam and day room spaces into operational administrative office space by providing compliant power and data outlets, appropriate office lighting, and correcting a known drainage deficiency. The Contractor shall deliver a complete, tested, and commissioned installation meeting all applicable codes and VA standards.

3. Scope:

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, project management, quality control, and coordination necessary to complete the work described herein and as shown on the contract drawings and specifications, including:

a. Site verification of existing conditions and dimensions.

b. Demolition of unused components (e.g., overbed lights, wall sconces, TV conduit/wiring).

c. Installation, relocation, and modification of electrical outlets and lighting fixtures.

d. Installation of new IT data drops and associated cabling, patch panels, and terminations.

e. Replacement of existing CAT5 cable with CAT6A cable.

f. Patching, repair, finish restoration, and paint to match existing.

g. Corrective action for waste line drainage failure.

h. Testing, documentation, and closeout deliverables.

4. Specific Tasks:

a. The contractor shall provide complete construction service, including but not limited to, all labor, material, equipment, supervision, inspections, and submittals to perform all work as shown in the drawings, specifications, and schedule.

b. Contractor is responsible for complying with all document submission requirements related to payment application as mentioned in Contract and Specifications.

c. Conduct all necessary site visits to verify existing as-built conditions related to the project. Use any provided drawings or documentation as reference only, and field-verify all dimensions, conditions, and system locations impacting the work.

d. All work shall be performed during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM), unless otherwise approved in writing by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and the Contracting Officer (CO). The designated construction entrance will be determined during the construction kick‑off meeting.

e. Conduct testing, commissioning, and verification that all new systems are fully functional.

f. Seal all interior wall and ceiling penetrations to match existing fire ratings.

g. Provide all patching, surface repairs, and painting necessary to restore any areas affected by demolition or modifications, ensuring all finishes match the existing adjacent conditions.

h. Submit a detailed work schedule outlining all phases, work locations, and time periods. Coordinate the final scheduling of work areas directly with the COR. Update the schedule as frequently as needed to maintain an accurate, reliable picture of the project, and at least monthly for official reporting.

i. Warranty all parts and labor for a minimum one (1) year from final acceptance; longer manufacturer warranties shall be transferred to VA.

j. The contractor shall provide construction services for electrical upgrades in Building 18B as follows:

i. Demolition/Restoration: Remove existing overbed lights, wall sconces, and TV wiring/conduit as indicated. Perform all required patching, surface repairs, and painting to restore affected walls to match existing conditions. Refer to attachment A “Building 18 Schedule” (Demolition Notes) and drawing “E‑101 Building 18B Electric and Data Upgrades & Demolition” for locations and details.

ii. Lighting Modifications: Install new ceiling-mounted office lighting. Refer to attachment A “Building 18

Schedule” and drawing “E‑101 Building 18B Electric and Data Upgrades & Demolition” for rooms, quantities and specifications. Provide wall-switch control unless otherwise noted.

iii. Electric Outlets: Add/modify outlets per VA specifications and applicable code; Reference attachment A “Building 18 Schedule” (Electric Additions & Electric Notes/Changes) and drawing “E‑101 Building 18B Electric and Data Upgrades & Demolition”.

iv. Electrical QA/QC & Compliance: Perform construction in compliance with all applicable electrical and safety codes and VA specifications. Verify panel capacity, load balancing, and update panel schedules. Provide labeling/identification for devices, circuits, panels.

Conduct functional testing of circuits.

k. The contractor shall provide construction services for IT (Telecommunications) upgrades in Building 18B as follows:

i. Install new data outlets in accordance with VA specifications and all applicable codes. Provide two data ports at each desk location and one duplex data outlet at each copier, including all required faceplates and jacks.

Refer to the “Building 18 Schedule” (Data Additions) and drawing “E‑101 Building 18B Electric and Data Upgrades & Demolition” for locations and details.

ii. Replace existing data port cabling with CAT6A from data port to patch panel. Refer to the “Building 18 Schedule” (Data Additions) and “E‑101 Building 18B Electric and Data Upgrades & Demolition” for locations and details.

iii. Provide new 48-port CAT6A patch panels as required in existing data closet and existing rack.

iv. Route cables in existing pathways; add raceways/conduits where extensions are required.

v. Label data outlets as required.

vi. All telecommunications cabling shall be category CAT 6A cable and ports.

vii. Comply with VA ISTS v5.0 (Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces) for design, installation, labeling, documentation, and integration with current conditions. https://www.cfm.va.gov/cfm/til/telecom/OIT- ISTS-v5.pdf.

l. The contractor shall provide construction services for remediation of drainage/waste line failures in Building 18B. Required work is to replace the 4-inch sanitary pipe between the toilets in Building 18B (room 18-138 and 18-118). The scope includes:

i. Contractor shall verify location of the sanitary pipe shown on drawing P-101 “Sanitary Line Refurbishment in Building 18B”.

ii. Removing existing tile flooring as required

iii. Cutting the concrete slab to access waste lines

iv. Demolishing old sanitary piping and connections across

Toilet Rooms 18-138 and 18-118, Corridor 18-101, and Storage Room 18-122A or 18-122.

v. Installing new sanitary piping.

vi. Pour new concrete to restore the trenched sections of slab.

vii. After the underground work is complete, all affected flooring will be restored to match existing materials and finishes.

viii. Reference drawing P‑101 “Building 18B Plumbing (Sanitary Line) Upgrades” for general locations and specifications.

5. Performance Monitoring:

Work shall be coordinated with the facility through the COR. The COR will monitor contract performance on a daily/weekly basis. Contractor shall submit daily progress reports to the COR, including manpower, activities, issues, and upcoming work.

The contractor will be evaluated for performance and compliance with all contract requirements. Several key areas will be assessed throughout the construction period, including the following:

Quality, examples:

Maintaining effective quality control Implementation of the 3-phase inspection process Preparing and maintaining the CQC (Contractor

Quality Control) documentation Ensuring plans are aligned with specifications Coordination between disciplines Compliance with design criteria Reviews of materials and shop drawings Identification and correction of deficient work

Avoiding the use of unspecified materials Schedule, examples:

Completing construction activities on time Maintaining an adequate work schedule Meeting administrative milestone dates Taking appropriate corrective action for contractor caused delays/negligence Submitting all required deliverables on or ahead of schedule Furnishing updated project schedules as per contract requirements

Cost Control – Not required for Fixed Price contract Management, example:

Demonstrating a customer focused approach Maintaining effective communication between GC and VA Management responsiveness to the program as it relates to meeting contract requirements The extent to which the GC identifies and applies resources required to meet schedule requirements; assigns responsibility for tasks and actions required by contract;

communicates appropriate information to affected program elements in a timely manner.

The adequacy of the GC mechanisms for tracking contract compliance, recording changes to planning documentation and management of cost and schedule control system, and internal controls, Performance relative to management of data collection, recording, and distribution as required by the contract.

Performance of personnel who filled the key positions, as described in the contract.

Contractor’s management, on-site, and home office personnel exhibiting the capacity to adequately plan, schedule, resource, organize and otherwise manage the work.

Managing subcontractors effectively, including prompt payment, compliance with labor and safety standards, and integrating them into the project team.

Utilization of small businesses, example:

Compliance with all terms and conditions in the contract relating to Small Business participation Regulatory Compliance, example:

Compliance with all terms and conditions in the contract relating to applicable regulations and codes

Compliance with all contract clause requirements Compliance with the reporting requirements of the contract Compliance with VA design guides, manuals, directives, and specifications Compliance with all Scope of Work Requirements Compliance with Autodesk Construction Cloud Application

6. Security Requirements:

General Contractor’s employees shall not enter the project site without an appropriate security badge. They may also be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.

Contractor employees requiring a VA security badge must coordinate with the COR.

Because this process can be up to an average of three (3) weeks, it should be initiated as early as possible. Requirements include providing valid identification (such as a passport or Real ID) and completing fingerprinting prior to full background screening. More information on PIV Credential Identity Verification is available on:

https://www.osp.va.gov/docs/PIV_Credential_Identity_Verification_Matrix.pdf

No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the CO/COR except as specifically required by the scope of the work.

VA reserves the right to close or shut down the project site and order General Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency. The General Contractor may return to the site only with the written approval of the Contracting Officer.

7. Other Pertinent Information or Special Considerations:

Inspection and Acceptance Criteria o The COR will certify work is performed to time and standard; acceptance is per contract documents, testing results, and closeout deliverables.

8. Risk Control:

The contractor shall protect all existing equipment and materials from damage during construction. Any damaged material, systems, components, and finishes shall be repaired or replaced at the expense of the contractor with the acceptance of the Government.

The contractor shall comply with all VA safety protocols and OSHA standards, and if work is performed near patient care areas, shall follow and maintain an Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) plan in coordination with VA Infection Control staff. A clean, organized, and safe work environment must be maintained at all times.

The contractor shall permit access to Department of Veterans Affairs personnel and patients through construction areas that serve as routes to affected spaces and equipment. All alteration work in occupied areas must be coordinated to ensure continuous Medical Center operations throughout the construction period.

9. Project Phasing and Coordination:

Coordinate all shutdowns with VA COR and Engineering Service.

Provide at least 7 calendar days notice for any utility interruptions

(15 calendar days for major interruptions).

Perform work during off-hours or weekends if necessary to avoid operational impact. Proper notice and COR approval are required.

10. Place of Performance:

VANJHCS East Orange, Building 18 (18B)

The contractor shall minimize interference with the normal flow of Medical Center traffic throughout the duration of construction activities. This includes:

Keeping all roads, walkways, and building entrances clear of construction materials, debris, and standing equipment or vehicles

Ensuring uninterrupted access to parking areas and occupied spaces within the facility

Coordinating with VA personnel to schedule deliveries and work activities in a manner that avoids peak traffic times and minimizes disruption to patient care and staff operations.

11. Period of Performance:

Contractor to start immediately after receiving the NTP, estimate completion time is 150 calendar days. Completion time includes all phases of the contract, weekends and holidays, as well as lead time for major equipment.

Phase 0 - submittals, shop drawings review, and delivery of equipment to the site approximately 60 days. The contractor may begin work prior to this date, provided all requirements have been fulfilled.

Phase I - construction, installation, start up, and testing approximately 90 days.

Contractor shall submit a baseline Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule with phasing, logic ties, and resource loading within 15 calendar days of NTP. Contractor shall keep the Project Schedule up-to-date. Include key milestones:

1. Mobilization, site verification, submittals.

2. Demolition and rough-in (Electrical/IT/Plumbing).

3. Lighting installation and branch devices.

4. IT cabling, patch panels, terminations, labeling.

5. Waste line excavation, repair, restoration.

6. Testing

7. Punchlist

8. Closeout documentation and training.

Attachment A.

Building 18 Schedule for Electric / Data Upgrades

Room Description

New Furniture (V V)

Electric Additions Electric changes Data Additions Data changes Demolition Notes Ceiling Light Additions

18-103 Admin Copier None Copier: convert existing to dedicated Duplex (1) 18 cable runs changed to CAT6A

None None

18-104 Consult Desk None None 4 cable runs changed to CAT6A

None None

18-105 Office Private Desk (2) Quad (1) Duplex (2) None None

18-106 Lounge None None 1 cable run changed to

CAT6A

None None

18-107 Office Private Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex (2 conduit, 1 wall).

Convert (1) to quad .

Duplex (2) Bed light, wall scance, TV wire/condui 2' x 2' linear (2)

18-108 2-Office Copier, Desk

Copier: Relo (2) (1 dedicated, 1 wall, 1 conduit). Desk: Relo (1) convert to quad.

Duplex (2) Bed light, wall scance, TV wire/condui 2' x 2' linear (2)

18-109 2-Office Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex convert (1) to quad

(2 conduit, 1 wall).

Duplex (2) Bed light, wall scance, TV wire/condui 2' x 2' linear (2)

18-110 2-Office Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex convert (1) to quad

(2 conduit, 1 wall).

Duplex (2) Bed light, wall scance, TV wire/condui 2' x 2' linear (2)

18-111 2-Office Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex convert (1) to quad

(2 conduit, 1 wall).

Duplex (2)

Bed light, wall scance, TV wire/condui 2' x 2' linear (2)

18-112

Mail Room

Copier (2), Des

Copiers: duplex (1) dedicated. Desks:

quad (3)

Copiers: Relocate (1) wall duplex, dedicated. Desks: Relocate (2) wall duplex convert to quad

Duplex (7)

None

None

18-113

5-Office

Copier, Desk (4

Desks: quad (2)

Copiers: Relocate (1) duplex, dedicated. Desks: Relocate (2) duplex convert to quad

Duplex (5)

Bed light (2), wall scance (2), TV wire/conduit (2)

2' x 4' linear (2)

18-114 4-Office Desk (4) Quad (1) Relocate (3) convert to Quad Duplex (4) Bed light (2), wall scance (2), TV wire/conduit (2)

2' x 4' linear (2)

18-115 4-Office Desk (4) Quad (1) Relocate (3) convert to Quad Duplex (4) Bed light (2), wall scance (2), TV wire/conduit (2)

2' x 4' linear (2)

18-116 4-Office Desk (4) Quad (1) Relocate (3) convert to Quad Duplex (4) Bed light (2), wall scance (2), TV wire/conduit (2)

2' x 4' linear (2)

18-117 4-Office Desk (4) Quad (1) Relocate (3) convert to Quad Duplex (4) Bed light (2), wall scance (2), TV wire/conduit (2)

2' x 4' linear (2)

18-122 Storage

18-125 Office Private Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex (2 conduit, 1 wall), 18-126 Office Private Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex (2 conduit, 1 wall), 18-127 2-Office Private Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex (2 conduit, 1 wall), 18-128 2-Office Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex (2 conduit, 1 wall), 18-129 2-Office Desk (2) Relocate (3) duplex (2 conduit, 1 wall), 18-130

Future Shared Office

Desk (3)

Relocate (4) duplex (2 conduit, 2 wall) convert to quad. Relocate (1) quad.

(wall).

Duplex (3)

Bed light (2), TV wire/conduit (2)

2' x 4' (1), 2' x 2' linear (2)

18-132 Dayroom, Group Room Desk (6) Quad (2) Convert (4) duplex to quad (1 relocated wall)

Duplex (5) 3 cable runs changed to CAT6A

None None

18-133

5-Office

Copier, Desk (4

Copiers: duplex (1) dedicated. Desks:

quad (1)

Relocate (3) duplex convert to quad

Duplex (5) wire/conduit (2)

18-134 4-Office Desk (4) Quad (1) Relocate (3) convert to Quad Duplex (4) Bed light (2), wall scance (2), TV wire/conduit (2)

2' x 4' linear (2)

18-135 4-Office Desk (4) Quad (1) Relocate (3) convert to Quad Duplex (4) Bed light (2), wall scance (2), TV wire/conduit (2)

18-136 4-Office Desk (4) Quad (1) Relocate (3) convert to Quad Duplex (4) wire/conduit (2)

SECTION 01 32 00

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

A. Construction contractors and A/E design firms, selected by award to perform work at

VISN 2 VA facilities, are required to utilize VISN 2 Autodesk Build Construction management platform, also called Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC). Access to the platform and training portal will be provided by VISN 2 through project Contracting

Officer Representative (COR) at no cost for the duration of the project. Autodesk Build is the management and collaborative environment that VISN 2 uses for all its Non-

Recurring Maintenance (NRM), Minor Program projects, Feasibility Studies, Commissioning and Retro-Commissioning contracts. There is no user, license, or subscription fee to the contractor for using this cloud-based platform.

1.2 REQUIREMENTS:

A. Contractor shall accomplish and complete the following tasks upon award of contract:

1. Request access to ACC platform and ProductivityNOW eLearning Site to project VA

COR NLT 14 days from contract award.

2. Only staff that shall utilize the platform to be granted access. Examples: Project manager, sub-contractors POC, Site manager, Safety officer, etc.

3. The access request shall be in writing and include a list of staff. The list shall include the following information:

• Full Name

• Company Name

• Email Address

• Role/Position on the project (i.e., Project manager, site super)

4. Upon granting access, staff shall complete required ACC training through

ProductivityNOW platform within 12 Calendar days.

5. Upon successful completion of training, contractor shall submit certificates of completion to COR NLT 2 Business days.

B. Access to ProductivityNOW eLearning will expire after 12 Calendar days after online access is granted. Contractor shall complete ACC training within that period.

C. Additional Staff and Subcontractors can be added at any time with a request submission to the project COR as described above.

D. The contractor shall only use the ACC platform for all contract required submissions, official project correspondence to be acknowledged, reviewed, and actioned by the responsible party. No additional time shall be added to the contract, nor an increase in contract amount be provided for the contractor’s failure to utilize the ACC platform as the project’s official communication and collaboration system. Any correspondence out of platform shall not be the governing authority contradicting direction and will be at the contractor’s expense. Official project correspondence and collaboration includes but not limited to: RFIs, submittals, schedules, shutdown requests, actionable tasks, reports, testing, safety inspections, photos, and site surveys.

E. Contractor must inform the COR of any staff changes NLT 2 business days from the change. Staff changes pertains to staff who was granted access to the ACC platform.

Contractor shall request termination of access, replacement of personnel and/or any other action that might impact the contractor ability to maintain required utilization of the platform.

F. Contractor submission requirements cannot be accepted for work to begin without meeting all ACC Platform requirements outlined herein, including completing required

ACC platform training.

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PIV Badge Requirement for Contract Personnel

To ensure the security and safety of our workplace, this memo serves to inform all contract personnel about the mandatory requirement of obtaining a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) badge prior to commencing any work on-site.

Refer to FAR Clause 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel and VAAR Clause 852.204-70 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel.

PIV BADGE ISSUANCE:

All contract personnel must secure a PIV or PIV-I badge issued by Department of Veteran Affairs New Jersey Medical Center before beginning any physical work on the project.

The issuance process for a PIV-I badge can take up to 14 working days to receive. The issuance process for a PIV badge can take up to 30 working days. It is essential to factor this duration into the construction schedule.

The PIV-I or PIV badge is a critical security measure and must be worn visibly at all times while on-site.

ACCESS RESTRICTIONS:

No contract personnel will be allowed on-site without a valid PIV or PIV-I badge. This policy is strictly enforced to maintain the security and integrity of the work environment.

Security personnel will conduct checks to ensure compliance with this requirement. Any individual found on-site without a PIV or PIV-I badge will be asked to leave the premises immediately.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To obtain a PIV or PIV-I badge, contract personnel must complete the necessary application process, which includes background checks and identity verification.

Detailed instructions on the application process can be obtained from the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) that is assigned to the project.

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE:

The construction schedule must include the timeframe required for PIV-I and PIV badge issuance. It is the responsibility of each contractor and subcontractor to plan accordingly to avoid delays.

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS LIABILITY:

The Department of Veterans Affairs will not be held responsible for any delays incurred in the issuance of PIV or PIV-I badges for contractors and subcontractors. It is the responsibility of the contracting parties to ensure timely application and compliance with the badge issuance process. Delays in badge issuance will not be considered as valid reasons to submit a claim for additional time or compensation.

ENFORMENT AND COMPLIANCE:

It is the responsibility of each contractor and subcontractor to ensure that all employees have their PIV or PIV-I badges before arriving on-site.

Failure to comply with this requirement may result in delays, penalties, or termination of the contract.

We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to this important security protocol. If you have any questions or need assistance with the PIV badge application process, please contact the Contracting Officer.

By submission of bid, the Contractor acknowledges and agrees that:

1. No construction work of any kind may begin on VA property until all Contractor and subcontractor personnel requiring unescorted access have been issued and are in possession of an approved VA PIV access badge.

2. The Contractor understands that the VA PIV enrollment and badge issuance process may take up to thirty (30) calendar days or longer, and that processing timelines are dependent upon government security requirements.

3. The Contractor has fully accounted for the PIV process and badge issuance time in its bid price, staffing plan, mobilization plan and construction schedule.

4. Delays related to PIV processing, background investigation, adjudication, badge issuance, renewal or personnel changes shall not constitute grounds for time extension, equitable adjustment, or claim against the Government.

5. All costs associated with PIV compliance, including administrative time, travel, labor downtime, and delays, are the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

6. Failure to comply with VA PIV and access requirements may result in denial of site access, removal of personnel, delay of construction activities, or enforcement of contractual remedies, including termination for default.

INFORMATION REGARDING BIDDING MATERIAL, BID GUARANTEE

AND BONDS

2.1 BID OPENING INFORMATION

In accordance with FAR 14.202-8, the government is authorizing electronic bids on this solicitation. ALL bids shall be emailed to Nicholas.Muro@va.gov and Dayna.Dickson- Miller@va.gov at and timestamped by 9:45am EST on November 30th 2026, prior to the bid opening time. The bids shall include copies of a bid bond. The bid opening shall take place on November 30th 2026 @10:00am EST. No hand-carried or mailed bids will be accepted.

The bid opening will take place via Microsoft Teams conference call. To access the conference, please access:

To join by phone please dial 1-347-566-4838

Phone conference ID: 545 917 47#

2.2 Special Notes regarding FAR 52.229-3: Federal, State and

Local Taxes:

Offerors are hereby notified that under the New Jersey Statutes Annotated, 54:32B-9 (2), the United States of America, any of its agencies and instrumentalities, are not subject to sales or use tax when it is the purchaser, user, or consumer of personal property. Pursuant to New Jersey Administrative Code § 18:24-5.3, a contractor’s purchase of such building and construction materials within the State of New Jersey to be incorporated into the real property belonging to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is subject to the exemption from the state of New Jersey sales tax. To take advantage of the tax exemption the successful offeror under this solicitation must complete FORM ST-13 “Contractor’s Exempt Purchase Certificate” when it purchases construction materials for this contract and keep on file as required by the state of New Jersey tax laws.

Notwithstanding FAR 52.229-3, all bids received in response to this solicitation are presumed to reflect this tax exemption, and therefore should not include the state of New Jersey sales tax for incorporation into VA real estate under this contract.

1.1 BID PRICING SHEET

Bids providing less that 120 Calendar Days of Government Acceptance after the date bids are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

The bidder agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of the solicitation, if this bid is accepted by the Government in writing within 120 calendar days after the date bidders are due.

BASE BID: The contractor shall provide complete construction service, including but not limited to, all labor, material, equipment, supervision, inspections, and submittals to perform all work as shown in the drawings, specifications, and schedule.

The Contract period of performance for Base Bid construction shall be 608 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).

Base Bid: $___________________________________

Offers shall provide a complete package to include the completed bid sheet along with the following to be determined responsive, responsible, and considered for award:

o Bid Bond and associated documents on correct forms.

o Acknowledgement of all amendments.

o Completed Brand Name Equipment Form.

o Completed 52.225-9 Buy America Certificate.

o Completed 852.219-75 VA Notice of Limitations in Subcontractors Compliance Certificate.

o Verified/visible/certified on the Small Business Administration Certification Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) SBA - Dynamic Small Business Search.

o Proof of compliance with VETS 4212 Federal Contractor Reporting.

(a) Bidding materials consisting of Invitation for Bids, drawings, specifications and contract forms will be available on https://beta.sam.gov/ in electronic format only by searching for solicitation number 36C24227B0003. All interested parties (subs & primes) should register at https://beta.sam.gov/ as an “Interested Vendor” so that others will know of our interest in participating in this procurement. A Bidder’s mailing list WILL NOT BE prepared by the Contract Specialist. SOLICITATION AMENDMENTS: Amendments to the solicitation will be posted at SAM.gov/. Paper copies of the amendments will NOT be individually mailed. By registering to “Receive Notification”, you will be notified by e-mail of any new amendments that have been issued and posted. No other notification of amendments will be provided. Bidders are reminded that they are responsible for obtaining and acknowledging all amendments to this solicitation prior to the time for receipt of bids.

(b) If bid exceeds $150,000 a bid bond must be submitted. A bid guarantee is required in an amount not less than 20 percent of the bid price but shall not exceed $3,000,000. Failure to furnish the required bid guarantee in the proper form and amount, by the time set for opening of bids, will require rejection of the bid in all cases except those listed in FAR 28.101-4, and may be cause for rejection even then.

(c) If the contract will exceed $150,000 (see FAR 28.102-1 for lesser amount), the bidder to whom award is made will be required to furnish two bonds, a Payment Bond, SF 25A, and a Performance Bond, SF 25, each in the penal sum as noted in the General Conditions of the Specification. Copies of SFs 25 and 25A may be obtained upon application to the issuing office.

(d) If the bid is between $30,000 - $150,000. The bidder to whom award is made will be required to furnish a Payment Bond, Standard Form 25A or alternative payment protection which conforms to the requirements set forth in FAR Clause 52.228-13, Alternative Payment Protections, as noted in the General Conditions of this Specification. Copies of the Standard Form of Payment Bond may be obtained upon application to the Issuing Office.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK: GENERAL CONSTRUCTION: The Contractor shall furnish all necessary professional Construction services to provide complete scope of work for Project 561-26-103 Upgrade Electrical and Plumbing in Building 18B in accordance with the project drawings and specifications for the VA NJ Health Care System, East Orange, NJ.

Magnitude of Construction: $250,000 to $500,000

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO

BIDDERS/OFFERORS

2.1 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

The Government contemplates award of a Firm-Fixed-Price contract resulting from this solicitation.

(End of Provision)

2.2 52.222-5 CONSTRUCTION WAGE RATE REQUIREMENTS—

SECONDARY SITE OF THE WORK (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

(a)(1) The offeror must notify the Government if the offeror intends to perform work at any secondary site of the work, as defined in paragraph (a)(1)(ii) of the FAR clause at 52.222-6, Construction Wage Rate Requirements, of this solicitation.

(2) If the offeror is unsure if a planned work site satisfies the criteria for a secondary site of the work, the offeror must request a determination from the Contracting Officer.

(b)(1) If the wage determination provided by the Government for work at the primary site of the work is not applicable to the secondary site of the work, the offeror must request a wage determination from the Contracting Officer.

(2) The due date for receipt of offers will not be extended as a result of an offeror's request for a wage determination for a secondary site of the work.

(End of Provision)

2.3 52.225-10 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT—

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (MAY 2014)

(a) Definitions. "Commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) item," "construction material," "domestic construction material," and "foreign construction material," as used in this provision, are defined in the clause of this solicitation entitled "Buy American—Construction Materials" (Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.225-9).

(b) Requests for determinations of inapplicability. An offeror requesting a determination regarding the inapplicability of the Buy American statute should submit the request to the Contracting Officer in time to allow a determination before submission of offers. The offeror shall include the information and applicable supporting data required by paragraphs (c) and (d) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 in the request. If an offeror has not requested a determination regarding the inapplicability of the Buy American statute before submitting its offer, or has not received a response to a previous request, the offeror shall include the information and supporting data in the offer.

(c) Evaluation of offers.

(1) The Government will evaluate an offer requesting exception to the requirements of the Buy American statute, based on claimed unreasonable cost of domestic construction material, by adding to the offered price the appropriate percentage of the cost of such foreign construction material, as specified in paragraph (b)(3)(i) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9.

(2) If evaluation results in a tie between an offeror that requested the substitution of foreign construction material based on unreasonable cost and an offeror that did not request an exception, the Contracting Officer will award to the offeror that did not request an exception based on unreasonable cost.

(d) Alternate offers.

(1) When an offer includes foreign solicitation in paragraph (b)(2) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9, the offeror also may submit an alternate offer based on use of equivalent domestic construction material.

(2) If an alternate offer is submitted, the offeror shall submit a separate Standard Form 1442 for the alternate offer, and a separate price comparison table prepared in accordance with paragraphs (c) and (d) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 for the offer that is based on the use of any foreign construction material for which the Government has not yet determined an exception applies.

(3) If the Government determines that a particular exception requested in accordance with paragraph (c) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 does not apply, the Government will evaluate only those offers based on use of the equivalent domestic construction material, and the offeror shall be required to furnish such domestic construction material. An offer based on use of the foreign construction material for which an exception was requested—

(i) Will be rejected as nonresponsive if this acquisition is conducted by sealed bidding; or

(ii) May be accepted if revised during negotiations.

(End of Provision)

2.4 52.225-12 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT—

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS UNDER TRADE AGREEMENTS (MAY 2014)

(a) Definitions. "Commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) item," "construction material," "designated country construction material," "domestic construction material," and "foreign construction material," as used in this provision, are defined in the clause of this solicitation entitled "Buy American—Construction Materials Under Trade Agreements" (Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.225-11).

(b) Requests for determination of inapplicability. An offeror requesting a determination regarding the inapplicability of the Buy American statute should submit the request to the Contracting Officer in time to allow a determination before submission of offers. The offeror shall include the information and applicable supporting data required by paragraphs (c) and (d) of FAR clause 52.225-11 in the request. If an offeror has not requested a determination regarding the inapplicability of the Buy American statute before submitting its offer, or has not received a response to a previous request, the offeror shall include the information and supporting data in the offer.

(c) Evaluation of offers.

(1) The Government will evaluate an offer requesting exception to the requirements of the Buy American statute, based on claimed unreasonable cost of domestic construction materials, by adding to the offered price the appropriate percentage of the cost of such foreign construction material, as specified in paragraph (b)(4)(i) of FAR clause 52.225-11.

(2) If evaluation results in a tie between an offeror that requested the substitution of foreign construction material based on unreasonable cost and an offeror that did not request an exception, the Contracting Officer will award to the offeror that did not request an exception based on unreasonable cost.

(d) Alternate offers.

(1) When an offer includes foreign construction material, other than designated country construction material, that is not listed by the Government in this solicitation in paragraph (b)(3) of FAR clause 52.225-11, the offeror also may submit an alternate offer based on use of equivalent domestic or designated country construction material.

(2) If an alternate offer is submitted, the offeror shall submit a separate Standard Form 1442 for the alternate offer, and a separate price comparison table prepared in accordance with paragraphs (c) and (d) of FAR clause 52.225-11 for the offer that is based on the use of any foreign construction material for which the Government has not yet determined an exception applies.

(3) If the Government determines that a particular exception requested in accordance with paragraph (c) of FAR clause 52.225-11 does not apply, the Government will evaluate only those offers based on use of the equivalent domestic or designated country construction material, and the offeror shall be required to furnish such domestic or designated country construction material. An offer based on use of the foreign construction material for which an exception was requested—

(i) Will be rejected as nonresponsive if this acquisition is conducted by sealed bidding; or

(ii) May be accepted if revised during negotiations.

(End of Provision)

2.5 52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST (SEP 2006)

Protests, as defined in section 33.101 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, that are filed directly with an agency, and copies of any protests that are filed with the Government Accountability Office (GAO), shall be served on the Contracting Officer (addressed as follows) by obtaining written and dated acknowledgment of receipt from:

Dayna Dickson-Miller

Contracting Officer

Hand-Carried Address:

Department of Veterans Affairs

Stratton VA Medical Center Network Acquisition & Logistics(10N2NCO) 113 Holland Ave Albany NY 12208 Mailing Address:

Department of Veterans Affairs

Stratton VA Medical Center Network Contracting Office 2 (10N2NCO) 113 Holland Ave Albany NY 12208

(b) The copy of any protest shall be received in the office designated above within one day of filing a protest with the GAO.

(End of Provision)

2.6 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY

REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer.