S02 36C26127Q0029 Final Clearance.docx

36C26127Q0029

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

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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.

Sealed offers in original and ___________________copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ (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.

36C26127Q0029

612-27-1-6009-0001

612A4-CSI-002

36C261 Department of Veterans Affairs VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 5) Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21 3237 Peacekeeper Way Bldg 200 Suite 204 McClellan CA 95652-2613 Offers have been authorized and are to email to David.Rovner@va.gov and cc: charee.harris@va.gov

David Rovner 925-372-4614

a. Project Title: Construct Modular Imaging Center. Project#: 612A4-CSI-002.

Project Location: VA Northern California Health Care System(VANCHCS), 6505 S. Manthey Road, French Camp, CA 95231-9518.

Project Completion: 557 calendar days from when Notice To Proceed (NTP) is issued.

b. This is a firm-fixed price construction requirement. Offeror must furnish all supervision, labor, materials, services, tools, equipment, transportation, required engineering services, and overhead and profit to Construct Modular Imaging Center at the Stockton OPC in accordance with (IAW)the Statement of Work (SOW), Drawings, and Specifications.

c. In accordance with FAR 36.204, the magnitude of the project is between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00.

This project is being solicited under NAICS Code 236220 with a Small Business Size Standard of $45 Million.

d. The basis for award is comparative analysis. The Government intends to award without discussions the quote offering the Best Value to the Government. The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the Contracting Officer later determines them to be necessary. Offeror shall be verified as SDVOSB to be eligible for an award in Small Business Administration (SBA) DSBS Database at: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127 and VAAR subpart 819.70. A proposal will be rejected and will not be considered for an award if offeror’s SDVOSB/VOSB status cannot be verified at the time of submission of quote and prior to award.

e. Applicable Wage Determination: CA20260018 dated July 14, 2026 is applicable for this solicitation and resulting award.

f. This requirement is an open market total set-aside for eligible SDVOSBs.

g. Questions and/or request for information (RFI) must be submitted using the RFI form, attached and are due by 12:00 PM PDT on October 06, 2026, to the Contract Specialist, David Rovner, by email david.rovner@va.gov and Contracting Officer, Charee Harris, by email charee.harris@va.gov. Please see Instructions To Offerors for the Pre-Solicitation Site Visit information. All potential Offerors are highly encouraged to attend the scheduled Pre-Solicitation Site Visit.

h. All Offerors must complete all representations and certifications in the solicitation.

i. Pursuant to 40 U.S.C. Chapter 31, subchapter III, Bonds (formerly known as the Miller Act), requires performance and payment bonds for any construction contract exceeding $150,000, the successful contractor is required to submit payment bond, and certificate of insurance within 10 calendar days of award. Only emailed bonds will be accepted.

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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

36C261 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans IntegratedServiceNetwork(VISN5) Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21 3237 Peacekeeper Way Bldg 200 Suite 204 McClellan CA 95652-2613

Department of Veterans Affairs FMS-VA-2(101) Financial Services Center

PO Box 149971 Austin TX 78714-9971

Charee Harris Contracting Officer

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A.3 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

1. Contract Administration: All contract administration matters will be handled by the following individuals:

a. CONTRACTOR: TBD

b. GOVERNMENT: Contracting Officer 36C261 Charee Harris Department of Veterans Affairs VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 5) Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21 3237 Peacekeeper Way Bldg 200 Suite 204 McClellan CA 95652-2613

2. CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS: All payments by the Government to the contractor will be made in accordance with:

3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted in arrears:

4. GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS: All Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests.

Department of Veterans Affairs FMS VA-9(101) Financial Services Center ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS: The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the Solicitation numbered and dated as follows:

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STATEMENT OF WORK

Create Imaging Center in Stockton Project 612A4-CSI-002

1. GENERAL INTENTION

A. This Statement of Work (SOW) includes the furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, administrative support, and any necessary professional engineering services required for the construction effort described therein.

B. Location of Work: The geographic location for services are the following areas:

Richard A. Pittman VA Clinic– 6505 S. Manthey Road, French Camp, CA.

C. Contractor shall completely prepare site for building operations, including demolition and removal of existing systems and structures, and furnish labor and materials and perform work for the construction of a modular imaging center building; one story structure. This shall include, but not limited to, completely preparing site for building operations, all demolition activities and/or removal of existing structures required to perform the work, foundations, superstructure, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, special systems, landscaping and other site improvements as required by the drawings and specifications.

All construction is to be performed in phases, primarily during normal working hours. Limited off-hours premium time is included for noise abatement and utility shutdowns only. Any item(s) to be salvaged by the owner are to be removed by the owner from the site before construction begins. Contractor to provide dumpsters for disposal of construction debris and materials. The construction contractor will be required to submit construction waste debris reports to include weight of construction waste, weight of any recycled materials and the cost for removing construction waste. The construction contractor shall comply with VA Medical Center guidance to ensure Class IV infection controls during the construction. Infection control procedures are shown on the general sheets, appended to this specification and in 01 35 26 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

D. Visits to the site by bidders may be made only by appointment with the Medical Center Contracting Officer Representative.

E. Offices of Alares Design Group, as Architect Engineers will render certain technical services during construction. Such services shall be considered as advisory to the Government and shall not be construed as expressing or implying a contractual act of the Government without affirmations by Contracting Officer or his duly authorized representative.

F. All testing shall be by certified testing laboratories subcontracted by the Contractor. The Government shall not be required to contract testing for any trade.

G. All employees of general contractor and subcontractors shall comply with VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified by project and employer, and restricted from unauthorized access.

H. Contractor to employ a third-party controls engineer to ensure successful integration and commissioning of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, communications, and physical security systems.

I. Comprehensive 3rd party inspections, testing and written reports for all Divisions (paid by the General Contractor). Contractor shall employ third party inspection consultants to perform all inspections required by this contract. The VA has no inspection capability. Any reference to VA inspections shall be by a third-party inspector qualified to perform the work. Credentials shall be supplied to the VA/AE as required by this contract. All inspections, testing, certifications, and permits are to be paid for by the General Contractor. The VA will not pay for or perform any required inspections. VA inspections are for VA use only, when performed, and do not reduce the inspection burden on the Contractor. Third party inspection services must be submitted for acceptance by the VA after award. Submission to include resumes of inspectors, with alternates, projected days on site, qualifications of inspectors showing similar projects, related portfolio, and description of communication protocol with Owner.

Acceptable 3rd Party inspectors include the following:

Parsons Brinckerhoff http://www.wsp-pb.com/en/WSP-USA/What-we-do-USA/Services/All- Services-A-Z/Bridge-Engineering/Construction-Inspection/ Booz Allen http://www.boozallen.com US Army Corps of Engineers http://www.usace.army.mil/ Bureau Veritas http://www.bureauveritas.com/ Stantec http://www.stantec.com/our-work/services/construction-qa-qc-monitoring-inspection- services.html HDR, Inc. http://www.hdrinc.com/ Gilbane http://www.gilbaneco.com Minimum inspections required:

Structural concrete, Structural Steel, Welding, Mechanical, Electrical, low voltage systems.

J. Contractor to utilize Procore (or equal web-based application) dedicated for this project for the duration of the contract. Contractor will provide VA access to the site. Contractor will keep this site current and will use it for all submittals, RFIs, exchanging documents, record drawings, electronic file management, meeting minutes, budgets, schedules, photos, and other communication logs for the duration of the contract.

K. Prior to commencing work, general contractor shall provide proof that an OSHA designated “competent person” (CP) (29 CFR 1926.20(b)(2) will maintain a presence at the work site whenever the general or subcontractors are present. CP will have authority letter.

L. Pricing Proposal transparency requirements: this project requires pricing proposals to include breakdown pricing for the General Contractor and all subcontractors. All price proposals, including subcontractor pricing must include a breakdown of pricing per the format included with this specification. Third-party inspections must be included as a line item in the price proposal.

2. STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

Contractor shall construct a new MRI and CT facility at the Stockton VA Clinic, French Camp, CA as required by drawings and specifications. The MRI and CT equipment will be furnished and installed by VA.

This project encompasses the construction of a modular imaging building at the Stockton VA Facility. The scope includes site preparation, utility integration, and the construction of new MRI and CT imaging building. All work must comply with applicable VA design standards and requirements including the VA Seismic Design Manual H18-8 latest edition.

A. Civil Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide all civil work required to support the installation of the new modular imaging facility. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. Site Improvements: Modify existing roadways, parking, and pedestrian access paths to accommodate the new structure and ensure site integration.

b. Utility Connections: Extend and connect fire protection water, storm, and sanitary sewer systems to existing facility services.

c. Utility Relocation:

1) Relocate or modify all existing utilities currently located within the proposed building footprint to ensure clear site preparation.

2) Reroute the existing firewater main to establish a new fire hydrant and Fire Department Connection (FDC) located to the southeast of the new building.

B. Architectural Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide a new 2,500-square-foot modular imaging facility. The building must adhere to VA design guidelines, creating a patient-centered environment that maximizes operational efficiency and safety.

a. Exterior & Connectivity: The building exterior must harmonize with existing campus architecture. A covered, ADA-compliant walkway shall connect the new facility to the adjacent CBOC.

b. Interior: Interior layout and finishes shall comply with current VA imaging services standards and must harmonize with existing campus architecture.

c. The MRI and CT equipment will be furnished and installed by the VA. The building is currently designed based on the following basis of equipment.

1) The VA selected MRI is Philips – Ingenia Ambition 1.5T X

2) The VA selected MRI Chiller is Haskris – OPC24

3) The VA selected CT is Fujifilm – Scenaria View ≥ V5051

d. The contractor shall coordinate with the VA the final selection of MRI and CT equipment.

e. Programmed Spaces: The facility shall include, but not be limited to, the following functional areas:

1) Administrative and Support Spaces:

a) Waiting (MRI ZONE 1)

b) Reception/Admin

c) Sub Waiting (MRI ZONE 2)

d) Accessible Dressing Room

e) Accessible Toilet

f) Clean Storage

g) Housekeeping

h) IT

2) MRI / Imaging Zones

a) CT Scan Room

b) CT Equipment Room

c) CT Control

d) MRI Scan Room (MRI ZONE 4)

e) MRI Equipment Room

f) MRI Control Room (MRI ZONE 3)

f. The rooms housing the MRI and CT equipment shall be left unfinished which is considered the shell space. The Contractor shall provide metal stud walls and framed openings without sheathing or sheetrock within the shell space. Piping and conduits shall be capped at the delineation of the finished space and unfinished space. The VA will be responsible for completing the unfinished space including the following:

a) The VA shall furnish and install all MRI and CT equipment including all necessary appurtenances.

b) The VA shall provide finishes within Scan Rooms and Associated Equipment Rooms. This includes flooring, wall finishes, and all ceiling installations within the unfinished space.

c) The VA shall furnish and install all RF and magnetic shielding, including viewing windows and doors, required for MRI and CT within Scan Rooms, Control Rooms, and Associated Equipment Rooms.

d) The VA will furnish and install piping and conduit within the unfinished space including wiring.

C. Structural Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide all structural work required to support the installation of the new modular imaging facility. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. Foundation System: Construct a foundation system to support the modular building and align the finished floor elevation with existing adjacent grades. This includes all necessary subgrade preparation, moisture protection, and waterproofing.

b. Equipment Support: Provide independent or reinforced concrete pads as required by the manufacturer to meet specific structural and vibration-dampening criteria for the MRI, CT, and mechanical equipment. The contractor shall coordinate with the VA to design and provide equipment support for site-specific equipment.

c. Connectivity: Construct the structural support elements for the covered pedestrian walkway connecting the new facility to the existing CBOC building, ensuring proper structural integration at both connection points.

2. The VA will be responsible for the site-specific seismic anchorage/bracing design of all associated MRI and CT equipment (e.g., overhead utilities and equipment in control rooms/equipment alcove).

D. Fire Protection Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide a complete, operational fire protection system for the new modular imaging facility. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. System Integration: Extend and connect the fire protection system to the existing campus underground fire main.

b. Riser Installation: Install a code-compliant fire riser, located in the interior of the building as specified in the site utility plan.

c. Monitoring & Notification: Provide and install all necessary fire alarm monitoring devices, including flow switches, tamper switches, and associated signaling equipment to ensure integration with the campus-wide fire alarm control system.

d. Compliance: All fire protection design, materials, and installations must comply with NFPA standards, local building codes, and VA-specific fire safety requirements.

2. The VA will furnish and install the fire sprinkler system within the unfinished space.

E. Plumbing Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide a complete domestic water distribution system for the new modular imaging facility. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. System Integration: Extend and connect new domestic hot and cold-water lines from the existing services within the adjacent CBOC building.

b. Conveyance & Routing: Route all piping through the new covered walkway. All exterior or exposed piping must be appropriately insulated and jacketed to prevent thermal loss and protect against environmental damage.

c. Fixture Support: Provide all necessary piping, valves, and connections to support the sinks, restrooms, and specialized medical equipment as identified in the architectural floor plans.

F. Mechanical Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide a complete mechanical system for the new modular imaging facility. All new equipment must have seismic certification. The scope includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. Environmental Control & Ventilation: Provide and install HVAC systems designed to maintain temperature, humidity, and air filtration levels within the facility. All equipment and distribution systems must comply with VA design guidelines and ASHRAE standards for healthcare occupancy, ensuring consistent air changes per hour, proper pressure relationships, and air quality control to support the clinical environment. The conditioning and ventilation of the building shall meet the following VA requirements:

b. BAS Integration: The modular building will be connected to the campus building automation system (BAS) The system must be fully compatible and seamlessly integrated into the existing Stockton VA campus-wide Siemens APOGEE BAS network. Integration shall include all point-to-point verification of sensors, actuators, and alarm monitoring (including critical temperature and humidity alarms for imaging suites) to ensure centralized visibility and control via the campus master control station.

1) The controls contractor for the campus is Siemens:

Joel Davis

(916) 712-7542 Joel.davis@seimens.com

c. The contractor shall furnish and install mechanical equipment within the modular building such as ductwork, piping, air terminal units, diffusers, and grilles.

d. The contractor shall also remain responsible for installation of ductwork routed above the ceilings of the unfinished space.

e. The contractor shall furnish and install mechanical equipment outside the modular building and make connection to the building.

f. The VA shall furnish and install distribution ductwork and diffusers/grilles within the unfinished space however the contractor shall be responsible for commissioning the HVAC system prior to turnover to the VA.

g. The air flows for shell space specified in the construction documents are for reference.

h. The turnkey contractor shall furnish and install supplemental cooling within the MRI and CT equipment rooms as recommended by equipment manufacturers.

i. The VA will be responsible for furnishing and installing the dedicated MRI Chiller including all necessary piping and appurtenances

j. Pandemic-Ready Operation: The HVAC system shall include the capability to operate in "emergency epidemic mode," providing 100% outdoor air ventilation to the facility. This feature must be easily accessible from the BAS for rapid response in the event of a contagious disease outbreak or other public health emergency.

k. All-Electric Mandate: All heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment shall utilize high-efficiency, electric-driven technology (e.g., air-source heat pumps, electric resistance, or energy recovery). The use of natural gas, propane, or fuel oil is prohibited for any mechanical equipment or associated heating/cooling systems.

G. Electrical Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide a complete electrical system for the new modular imaging facility. All electrical equipment furnished and installed by the Contractor must have seismic certification in accordance with VA Seismic Manual H-18-8. The scope includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. Power Distribution: Extend and connect normal and emergency power feeders from the existing adjacent CBOC building. Provide all necessary transformers, distribution panels, and branch circuitry to serve the building, including dedicated circuits for medical imaging equipment (MRI and CT), mechanical/HVAC units, and plumbing systems.

b. Emergency & Critical Systems: Ensure all emergency power systems are integrated with the existing facility’s emergency power supply system (EPSS) to maintain continuity of care for critical imaging services during utility outages.

c. Lighting & Controls: Install a complete LED lighting system, including interior, exterior, and emergency egress lighting. All lighting shall feature energy-efficient controls compliant with current building energy codes and VA sustainability requirements.

d. Mechanical Equipment Power & Integration: Furnish and install all power feeders, disconnects, starters, and branch circuitry required for the operation of mechanical equipment. The contractor shall coordinate with the mechanical contractor to ensure all electrical service characteristics, including motor starters, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and power-monitoring integration, meet the specific voltage, phase, and amperage requirements for all installed mechanical systems.

e. Imaging Equipment Integration: Coordinate with imaging equipment vendors to ensure electrical service characteristics (voltage, amperage, phase, and transient voltage surge suppression) meet the manufacturer’s requirements for MRI and CT scanners.

f. Grounding & Shielding: Provide all necessary grounding systems, including specific technical grounding requirements for MRI/CT suites and RF shielding continuity as required by the manufacturer.

g. At the border of the unfinished space, the contractor shall stub out power branch circuits, lighting circuit above each control ceiling space in j-boxes.

h. The contractor shall stub out CT and MRI power conduits from exterior 480V panel to each room.

i. The VA shall furnish and install conductors throughout the unfinished space.

j. The panel should have spare breakers for CT and MRI.

k. The VA shall furnish and install fire sprinkler and fire alarm within the unfinished (shell) space.

l. The VA shall furnish and install nurse call with the shell space.

m. The contractor shall furnish and install nurse call in the public toilet.

H. Telecommunication Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and integration services for a comprehensive communications and low-voltage system. All installations must meet VA Office of Information and Technology (OIT) standards and relevant NFPA life-safety requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. Campus Integration: Establish a seamless link to the existing telecommunications, data, and security networks within the adjacent CBOC building.

b. Clinical Communication Systems: Provide a fully integrated Nurse Call and "Code Blue" system, ensuring all alerts are annunciated at the designated campus monitoring stations.

c. Security & Life Safety: Install and commission all required safety systems, including:

1) Public Address (PA) and Mass Notification Systems.

2) Physical Access Control and Video Surveillance (CCTV) systems.

a) The card access system is Sielox

b) The security camera system is Avigilon

3) Security Emergency Call and Duress Alarm systems.

d. Intercom & Program Systems: Furnish and install all required intercom hardware to support facility operations and patient staff communication.

e. Infrastructure & Pathways: Provide all necessary conduit, structured cabling (Cat6A/Fiber), and termination hardware to support the above systems from the new facility back to the CBOC point of presence (POP)

f. The contractor shall furnish and install the WIFI within the modular building and integrate with the CBOC WIFI system.

I. Fire Alarm Scope:

1. The contractor shall provide a complete, addressable fire alarm and life safety system for the new modular imaging facility. All work must comply with NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code), NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code), and VA fire protection design standards. All fire alarm equipment furnished and installed by the Contractor must have seismic certification in accordance with VA Seismic Manual H-18-8. This scope includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. System Installation: Furnish and install a comprehensive fire alarm control unit (FACU) and all necessary detection/notification devices (smoke detectors, heat detectors, audible/visual alarms) throughout the new facility.

b. Mechanical Interlocks: Provide and install all required duct mounted smoke detectors within the HVAC supply/return ductwork to facilitate automatic system shutdown upon smoke detection.

c. Campus Integration: Extend the fire alarm signaling and notification network to the existing campus Honeywell fire alarm system, with the Point of Presence (POP) located within the adjacent CBOC building.

1) The fire alarm contractor for the campus is Johnson Controls: (916) 294-8800

d. Commissioning & Testing: Perform a full point-to-point verification and system acceptance test. The contractor shall ensure the new system is fully synchronized with the campus-wide master fire alarm system, including successful transmission of all trouble, supervisory, and alarm signals to the central campus monitoring station.

The work shall be completed in a maximum of 557 calendar days. The expected construction period duration for this building includes all pre-construction activity and post-construction testing, third-party inspections, and commissioning. Contractor shall submit a comprehensive schedule of work in compliance with 01 32 16.15 PROJECT SCHEDULES (SMALL PROJECTS DESIGN/BID/BUILD); 21 08 00 COMMISSIONING OF FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS; 22 08 00 COMMISSIONING OF PLUBMING SYSTEMS; AND 23 08 00 COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS. A detailed commissioning plan is required to ensure that all devices are calibrated, programmed, and all graphic displays are accurate and approved by applicable VA staff.

3. SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

A. Drawings and contract documents may be obtained from the website where the solicitation is posted. Additional copies will be at Contractor's expense.

4. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The Contractor shall provide a list of personnel to the COR prior to the start of work and after award of the service contract. The list shall contain the full names of employees and telephone numbers and identify the individual(s) who will act/serve as leads or acting in a manager/supervisor role.

B. ID BADGES: All Contractors shall clearly display an identification badge while on VA premises. The badge shall be visible at all times.

C. Contractor Security Requirements: Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) certification and accreditation requirements do not apply for this contract and therefore a Security Accreditation Package is not required. At no time will the vendor be in contact or have access to OI&T systems, the VA OI&T network, and/or VA sensitive information.

D. Smoking is prohibited on all VA campuses. Cellular phones and two-way radios are not to be used in emergency rooms, surgical and recovery suites, and within six feet of any medical equipment. Possession of weapons is prohibited. All enclosed containers, including tool kits, shall be subject to search by VA Police. Violators of VA rules and regulations may result in a citation (answerable in the United States Federal Court District, not necessarily local district state or municipal court), and/or removal and/or expulsion from VA property.

E. Infection Control: Contractor shall plan to establish and maintain a Level IV Infection Control standard throughout the duration of the construction in conjunction with Plan Sheet:

F. Contractor shall comply with the Federal and State OSHA Blood Borne Pathogens Standard(s). The Contractor shall ensure:

1. Methods are in place by which all employees are educated as to the risks associated with blood borne pathogens in Health Care facilities.

2. Have policies and procedures in place which reduce the risk of employee exposure to blood borne pathogens.

3. Have mechanisms for employee counseling and treatment following exposure to blood borne pathogens.

4. Provide employees with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and/or clothing such as gloves, caps, gowns, masks, and protective eyewear throughout the performance of this contract.

5. RECORDS MANAGEMENT OBLIGATIONS

A. Applicability This clause applies to all Contractors whose employees create, work with, or otherwise handle Federal records, as defined in Section B, regardless of the medium in which the record exists.

B. Definitions “Federal record” as defined in 44 U.S.C. § 3301, includes all recorded information, regardless of form or characteristics, made or received by a Federal agency under Federal law or in connection with the transaction of public business and preserved or appropriate for preservation by that agency or its legitimate successor as evidence of the organization, functions, policies, decisions, procedures, operations, or other activities of the United States Government or because of the informational value of data in them.

The term Federal record:

1. includes VHA records.

2. does not include personal materials.

3. applies to records created, received, or maintained by Contractors pursuant to their VHA contract.

4. may include deliverables and documentation associated with deliverables.

C. Requirements

1. Contractor shall comply with all applicable records management laws and regulations, as well as National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) records policies, including but not limited to the Federal Records Act (44 U.S.C. chs. 21, 29, 31, 33), NARA regulations at 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B, and those policies associated with the safeguarding of records covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a). These policies include the preservation of all records, regardless of form or characteristics, mode of transmission, or state of completion.

2. In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, all data created for Government use and delivered to, or falling under the legal control of, the Government are Federal records subject to the provisions of 44 U.S.C. chapters 21, 29, 31, and 33, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), as amended, and the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended and must be managed and scheduled for disposition only as permitted by statute or regulation.

3. In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, the Contractor shall maintain all records created for Government use or created in the course of performing the contract and/or delivered to, or under the legal control of the Government and must be managed in accordance with Federal law. Electronic records and associated metadata must be accompanied by sufficient technical documentation to permit understanding and use of the records and data.

4. VHA and its contractors are responsible for preventing the alienation or unauthorized destruction of records, including all forms of mutilation. Records may not be removed from the legal custody of VHA or destroyed except in accordance with the provisions of the agency records schedules and with the written concurrence of the Head of the Contracting Activity. Willful and unlawful destruction, damage, or alienation of Federal records is subject to the fines and penalties imposed by 18 U.S.C. 2701. In the event of any unlawful or accidental removal, defacing, alteration, or destruction of records, the Contractor must report to VHA. The agency must report promptly to NARA in accordance with 36 CFR 1230.

5. The Contractor shall immediately notify the appropriate Contracting Officer upon discovery of any inadvertent or unauthorized disclosures of information, data, documentary materials, records, or equipment. Disclosure of non-public information is limited to authorized personnel with a need-to-know as described in the [contract vehicle]. The Contractor shall ensure that the appropriate personnel, administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are established to ensure the security and confidentiality of this information, data, documentary material, records, and/or equipment is properly protected. The Contractor shall not remove material from Government facilities or systems, or facilities or systems operated or maintained on the Government’s behalf, without the express written permission of the Head of the Contracting Activity. When information, data, documentary material, records, and/or equipment is no longer required, it shall be returned to VHA control or the Contractor must hold it until otherwise directed. Items returned to the Government shall be hand-carried, mailed, emailed, or securely electronically transmitted to the Contracting Officer or address prescribed in the [contract vehicle]. Destruction of records is EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED unless in accordance with Paragraph (4).

6. The Contractor is required to obtain the Contracting Officer's approval prior to engaging in any contractual relationship (sub-contractor) in support of this contract requiring the disclosure of information, documentary material, and/or records generated under, or relating to, contracts. The Contractor (and any sub-contractor) is required to abide by Government and VHA guidance for protecting sensitive, proprietary information, classified, and controlled unclassified information.

7. The Contractor shall only use Government IT equipment for purposes specifically tied to or authorized by the contract and in accordance with VHA policy.

8. The Contractor shall not create or maintain any records containing any non-public VHA information that is not specifically tied to or authorized by the contract.

9. The Contractor shall not retain, use, sell, or disseminate copies of any deliverable that contains information covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 or that which is generally protected from public disclosure by an exemption to the Freedom of Information Act.

10. The VHA owns the rights to all data and records produced as part of this contract. All deliverables under the contract are the property of the U.S. Government for which VHA shall have unlimited rights to use, dispose of, or disclose such data contained therein as it determines to be in the public interest. Any Contractor rights in the data or deliverables must be identified as required by FAR 52.227-11 through FAR 52.227-20.

11. Training. All Contractor employees assigned to this contract who create, work with or otherwise handle records are required to take VHA-provided records management training. The Contractor is responsible for confirming training has been completed according to agency policies, including initial training and any annual or refresher training.

[Note: To the extent an agency requires contractors to complete records management training, the agency must provide the training to the contractor.] D. Flow down of requirements to subcontractors

1. The Contractor shall incorporate the substance of this clause, its terms, and requirements including this paragraph, in all subcontracts under this [contract vehicle], and require written subcontractor acknowledgment of same.

2. Violation by a subcontractor of any provision set forth in this clause will be attributed to the Contractor.

A.4 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

Contractor shall completely prepare site for building operations, including demolition and removal of existing systems and structures, and furnish labor and materials and perform work for the construction of a modular imaging center building; one story structure. This shall include, but not limited to, completely preparing site for building operations, all demolition activities and/or removal of existing structures required to perform the work, foundations, superstructure, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, special systems, landscaping and other site improvements as required by the drawings and specifications. Location of work to be done is Richard A. Pittman VA Clinic - 6505 S. Manthey Road, French Camp, CA.

Contract Period: Base POP Begin:

POP End:

PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: Y1DZ - Construction of Other Hospital Buildings

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): N/A

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: N/A

A.5 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

6505 S. Manthey Road French Camp, CA 95231 9518

USA

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS

2.1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS 36C26127Q0029

This Request For Quote (RFQ) is a firm-fixed price solicitation. This procurement action is a Total SDVOSB set-aside. The selection will be a comparative analysis between non-price factors and price. As a result of this solicitation, a single firm-fixed price construction contract will result from this solicitation.

If your company is not a verified SDVOSB firm in SBA VetCert and does not have an active registration with SAM.gov at the time of submission then your firm is not eligible to submit a quote.

QUOTE SUBMISSION:

Offerors shall send (1) electronic copy via (email shall be less than 10MB) of the technical quote, price quote, and the bid guarantee to arrive on or before the due date/time listed in Block 13 of the SF 1442. The subject line of the email shall read: "RFQ No. 36C26127Q0029 - Project No. 612A4-CSI-002, Title: Construct Modular Imaging Center, French Camp, CA - Open Market.” Send the email to David Rovner, Contract Specialist: david.rovner@va.gov and Contracting Officer: Charee Harris, Email: charee.harris@va.gov.

The following documents are to be included in your quote submission:

All pages of the solicitation are required to be submitted with your quote. Failure to submit all pages of the solicitation may result in your quote being removed from further consideration.

Acknowledgement of all Amendments is required. Failure to acknowledge all amendments with the proper amendment number and posting date will result in your quote being removed from further consideration.

One (1) completed Quote amount entered in block 17 of the SF1442 Offer page is required.

One (1) Price quote shall include a completed and signed SF 1442, any amendments, and a fully completed Price Breakdown Sheet (Attached). This is mandatory. Failure to submit a completed Price Breakdown Sheet will result in your quote being removed from further consideration.

One (1) Technical Quote shall include a Technical Approach, Key Personnel, Past Performance, Project Schedule, and Corporate Project Experience Information. The following attachments must be completed and submitted in the technical quote: ATTACHMENT B - FACTOR 2 - Key Personnel and ATTACHMENT C - FACTOR 3 - Past Performance Questionnaire.

One (1) fully completed and signed SF 1442 Offer page, acknowledgment of all amendments either via entering data in block 19 of the SF1442 or completing blocks 15a, b, and c of the Amendment and attaching to the SF 1442 Offer page.

One (1) completed and signed VAAR 852.219-75 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING -CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION (DEVIATION). This is required. Failure to submit a completed VAAR 852.219-75 may result in your quote being removed from further consideration.

One (1) bid bond guarantee. Electronic submission of the Bid Guarantee via email is authorized. Bid Guarantee part must include an electronic copy of the bid guarantee scanned in a manner that the raised seal is clearly visible. A bid guarantee must be submitted in the form of bid bond by the quote submission due date and time. Failure to submit a bid bond will result in your quote being removed from further consideration.

Offerors are responsible for ensuring and verifying their price and all required documents are received at the email address designated in block 8 of the SF 1442 Solicitation and by the date and time specified in block 13A of the SF 1442 Solicitation (subject to amendment). Any exception to the terms and conditions of this request for quote will result in a nonresponsive quote.

QUOTES ARE TO BE SENT TO:

One (1) electronic copy via email of the quote are to be sent to and arrive on or before the due date/time listed in the solicitation to the following email addresses: David.rovner@va.gov and charee.harris@va.gov . All pages of the solicitation document must be submitted with the quote via email only. No partial submissions will be accepted.

NOTE: Faxed or mailed quote are not permitted under any circumstances.

REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFI):

To obtain clarifications and/or additional information concerning the contract requirements or specifications, submit a written RFI utilizing the attached RFI Form included in this solicitation, which is to be sent via email to david.rovner@va.gov and charee.harris@va.gov . See RFI form for specifics. RFI responses will be responded to as necessary in amendment format, which will be posted to GFE/SAM.gov in an amendment format. Deadline for submission of all RFIs for this solicitation is October 06, 2026 at 12:00 PM PT. No questions will be answered after this date/time unless determined to be in the best interest of the Government as determined by the Contracting Officer. Telephone requests for information will not be accepted or returned.

QUOTE DUE DATE SCHEDULE:

Quote volumes and the electronic copy are due by the date and time set for the receipt of quote shown in Block 13 of the SF 1442.

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS:

Quotes received after the due date and time specified in Block 13 of the SF 1442 will be rejected.

Per VAAR 852.219-75 requires the formal certification must be completed, signed, and returned with the quote. The Government will not consider offers from offerors that do not provide the certification, and all such responses will be deemed ineligible for evaluation and award.

Offeror shall be verified as SDVOSB to be eligible for an award in VETCert database at: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ in accordance with VAAR 819.7003 - Eligibility. A quote will be rejected and will not be considered for an award if offeror's SDVOSB/VOSB status cannot be verified at the time of submission of quote and prior to award.

Any exception to the terms and conditions of this Request for Quote (RFQ) will result in a nonresponsive quote.