36C77624R0066_1.docx

This document is a modification to a previous pre-solicitation notice for a federal contract opportunity issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for an architect-engineering (A-E) design contract. The purpose is to provide responses to technical questions and an updated statement of work for the project to expand the 3rd floor of Building 2 at the Iowa City VA Medical Center.

The contract will be a firm-fixed price design contract for A-E services including construction documents, drawings, specifications, reports, and construction period services. The contract is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and has a NAICS code of 541310 Architectural Services. The VA expects to award the A-E contract in late July 2024 with a 180-calendar day period of performance for design completion. The magnitude of construction is estimated between $5-10 million. The key selection criteria include the A-E team's professional qualifications, specialized experience, capacity, past performance, and knowledge of the locality.