36C26222Q1467.docx

SUBJECT*

Sanitary Sewer Rehab G-Wing

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

Department of Veterans Affairs

335 East Germann Road Gilbert AZ 85297

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist Felicia Simpson felicia.simpson@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Carl T. Hayden Medical Canter

650 E. Indian School RD.

Phoenix AZ

COUNTRY

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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This is a SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY. It is neither a solicitation announcement nor a request for proposals or quotes and does not obligate the Government to award a contract. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. Responses to this sources sought must be in writing. The purpose of this sources sought announcement is for market research to make appropriate acquisition decisions and to gain knowledge of potential qualified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Veteran Owned Small Businesses, 8(a), HubZone and other Small Businesses interested and capable of providing the services described below. Documentation of technical expertise must be presented in sufficient detail for the Government to determine that your company possesses the necessary functional area expertise and experience to compete for this acquisition. Responses to this notice shall include the following: (a) company name (b) address (c) point of contact (d) phone, fax, and email (e) DUNS number (f) Cage Code (g) Tax ID Number (h) Type of small business, e.g. Services Disabled Veteran Owned small Business, Veteran-owned small business, 8(a), HUBZone, Women Owned Small Business, Small disadvantaged business, or Small Business HUBZone business and (i) must provide a capability statement that addresses the organizations qualifications and ability to perform as a contractor for the work described below.

The Department of Veteran Affairs, Phoenix VA Health Care System located at 650 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85012 is seeking a potential qualified contractor to provide parts/labor and material to remove multiple sections of sewer sanitary lines and to replace all pipe and fittings that were identified as bad and removed.

Important information: The Government is not obligated to nor will it pay for or reimburse any costs associated with responding to this sources sought synopsis request. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. The Government will in no way be bound to this information if any solicitation is issued. The VA is mandated by Public Law 109-461 to consider a total set-aside for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business set aside. However, if response by Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business firms proves inadequate, an alternate set-aside or full and open competition may be determined. No sub-contracting opportunity is anticipated. The North American Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 221320 ($22 Million Dollars).

Notice to potential offerors: All offerors who provide goods or services to the United States Federal Government must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov and complete Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA). Additionally, all Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses or Veteran Owned Businesses who respond to a solicitation on this project must be registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs Center for Veterans Enterprise VetBiz Registry located at http://vip.vetbiz.gov. All interested Offerors should submit information by e-mail to felicia.simpson@va.gov All information submissions to be marked Attn: Felicia Simpson, Contract Specialist and should be received no later than 3:00 pm EST on August 15, 2022.

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STATEMENT OF WORK

1. Background

Sections of the sanitary sewer line under the G wing have failed and/or has aging pipe that needs replacement. Visual inspections show signs of deterioration and leaking.

2. Project Objectives The objective of this contract is to provide parts/labor and material to remove multiple sections of sewer sanitary lines and to replace all pipe and fittings that were identified as bad and removed.

3. Scope of Work/Requirements A. Bldg. 1, G wing 1st floor Sewer Sanitation

1. Contractor is to provide material/parts and labor to remove lengths of existing line as required for new line installation. All material removed from the building will be wrapped with plastic and properly disposed of in an accordance to local laws and regulations.

2. Any section that is being removed must be coordinated by the Plumbing Supervisor prior to removal, limiting the impact to the hospital’s day to day operation.

3. After hours work may be required for demo and installation.

B. Bldg. 1 G wing 1st floor Sewer Sanitation Rehab

1. Contractor is to provide material/parts and labor to install lengths of pipe that was removed and utilize all existing strapping. Adjustment of installed straps may be needed during the installation. Antiquated strapping should be removed and replaced with new strapping in accordance with UPC.

2. New pipe and fittings shall be green Epoxy Coated Iron and meet all local building requirements and code in accordance with UPC.

3. Contractor is to provide As-Builts when project is completed.

C. All questions or concerns are to be addressed to the VA Project Engineer (COTR), in the ‘REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) FORMAT’.

4. Special & Technical Requirements

1. Contractor is responsible to supply all labor for installation of material.

2. Contractor will supply all parts and materials to complete the service.

3. Contractor is responsible for all subcontractors required to complete project.

4. Contractors and sub-contractors will be responsible for all PPE required to complete work.

5. Contractor must maintain a safe workspace during installation and proper housekeeping to maintain area safe for workers and VA staff.

6. Contractor must follow all VA policies regarding obtaining hot work permits, confined spaces, and lockout tagout.

7. VHA Handbook 6500.6 VHA Handbook 6500.6, Contract Security

8. Information Security and Privacy Considerations

0. During contract performance, contractor may require access to VA facility, equipment, But, not to VHA information systems, or sensitive data; to maintain or repair equipment.

0. In reference to VHA Handbook 6500.6 Appendix A, Block 6. The services provided under this contract does not require the connection of vendor provided software or hardware to a VA computer or network. Therefore, no security accreditation package is required.

0. In reference to VHA Handbook 6500.6 Appendix A, Block 7. The services provided under this contract does not require direct access to VA sensitive information, through storage, transmission, or exchange. Therefore, the following privacy provisions are required in accordance with VHA Directive 6500 Appendix C.

0. (Appendix B) The contractor, their personnel, and their subcontractors shall be subject to the Federal laws, regulations, standards, and VA Directives and Handbooks regarding information protection, patient privacy, and information system security as delineated in this contract.

0. VA Privacy Training for Personnel without Access to VA Computer Systems or VA Sensitive Information is VA TMS training course (VA20939) and must be completed annually by all contract personal performing services at VA facilities two or more consecutive days. Training can be completed at https://www.tms.va.gov/secureauth35/. Proof of training must be provided to COR upon request.

9. Hours of Operation

0. The installation of the water monitoring/pressure equipment may require work after hours. A schedule shut down of incoming water to buildings will have to be coordinated with the VA. Regular business hours are Monday-Friday, 6:30 am- 4:30 pm

10. Federal Holidays Federal Holidays observed. No services shall be performed on a federal holiday.

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/

11. Place of Performance Phoenix VA Health Care System Carl T. Hayden Medical Canter 650 E. Indian School RD.

Phoenix, AZ 85012

12. Final Payment

This is accomplished through the TUNGSTEN NETWORK located at: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp This is mandatory and the sole method for submitting.

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