S05-REQUEST FOR INFORMATION FORM- 664-19-304.docx

This document provides details for an upcoming federal construction contract solicitation for upgrades to domestic hot and cold water systems at a Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in San Diego, California. The solicitation will be for a firm-fixed-price contract to replace existing plumbing piping and fixtures in Buildings 1, 2, and 11 on the medical center campus. Bidders must include a 20% allowance in their base bids to account for potential differing site conditions. The selected contractor will be responsible for demolition of existing systems, installation of new piping and fixtures, and implementation of a water treatment and monitoring system. They must also provide transparent pricing for specified water treatment and monitoring equipment. The work will be conducted in phases according to each building's level and quadrant, with the contractor responsible for mitigating disruptions and coordinating all utility shutdowns at least three weeks in advance. Night, weekend, and off-hours work will be required and priced separately for noise abatement.