SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE-36C24526Q0244-SOW-Replacement of Pneumatic Air Compressors-BALTIMORE VAMC-FINAL.pdf

B.3 STATEMENT OF WORK

SOURCES SOUGHT

REPLACEMENT OF PNEUMATIC AIR COMPRESSORS - BALTIMORE VAMC

Purpose The purpose of this Performance Work Statement (PWS) is to define the requirements for the complete replacement of the existing Sullair pneumatic air compressor system with a new Kaishan air compressor at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facility located at 10 N. Greene Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.

Scope of Work

The Contractor shall:

• Remove and properly dispose of the existing primary Sullair compressor and the two additional Sullair units still located within the space.

• Furnish and install a new Kaishan air compressor system, including all mounting hardware, electrical connections, pneumatic line adjustments, condensate piping, controls integration, vibration isolation, and all required ancillary components for a turnkey installation.

• Perform system start-up, testing, leak checks, calibration, and operational verification.

• Provide all associated drawings, submittals, O&M manuals, and training to VA staff as required.

• Restore the worksite to its original condition upon completion.

References and Standards

• VA Design Guides and Master Specifications

• OSHA 29 CFR 1910 – General Industry Standard

• NFPA 99 – Health Care Facilities Code

• NFPA 70 – National Electrical Code (NEC)

• ASHRAE Standards applicable to mechanical equipment and compressed air systems

Requirements

General Requirements

• Coordinate all work with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

• Schedule work to minimize impact on hospital operations.

• Dispose of all removed equipment in accordance with environmental regulations.

• Obtain Burn Permit for any welding or brazing and notify COR within 3 days of required work.

• Notify COR of brazing level and estimated duration if required.

Documentation Requirements

• Submittals for compressor, electrical components, and accessories.

• As-built drawings reflecting final installation.

• Start-up and performance test results.

Installation Requirements

• Provide full removal of existing Sullair systems.

• Install Kaishan compressor according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

• Provide all electrical and mechanical tie-ins.

• Ensure vibration isolation and proper leveling.

• Perform operational testing, leak checks, and full system commissioning.

Testing Requirements

• Compressor start-up

• Pressure, airflow, and leak testing

Training

• Operation

• Troubleshooting

• Preventive maintenance

• Safety and emergency procedures

Deliverables

• Submittals and product data

• Safety plans and permits

• Training materials and attendance sheets

• Test and start-up reports

• Waste disposal documentation

Safety Requirements

• Comply with all federal, state, and local safety regulations and VA Medical Center safety policies.

• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures strictly.

• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.

• Obtain approved burn permit for welding/brazing.

Period of Performance The Contractor shall complete all work within 30 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

Quality Control The Contractor shall implement and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP). All work must comply with manufacturer’s recommendations and applicable codes. Contractor shall correct deficiencies at no additional cost to the Government.

Invoicing and Payment Invoices shall be submitted electronically via Tungsten Network at http://www.tungstennetwork.com/uk/en/. For assistance, contact VA-FSC at 877-489-6135 or vafscched@va.gov.

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Interested & Capable Responses:

NCO 5 is seeking responses from entities that are interested in this procurement and consider themselves to have the resources, capabilities, and qualifications necessary to provide the services required for the WASHINGTON, DC VA Medical Center.

Please respond to this RFI/Sources Sought 36C24526Q0244 with your:

1. Business name (including Unique Entity ID (SAM.gov)

2. Business type, socio-economic status (e.g., Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, Disadvantaged Small Business, 8(a), etc.), and

3. Person of contact (including telephone number & email address).

4. Capability statement and summary of previous experience providing these types of services for the Veterans Health Administration or other similar facilities.

5. Available contract vehicles (GSA FSS, etc.) for use by Department of VA (include applicable NAICS)

6. Brief Summary of categories of services that your company can/cannot provide.

7. Certification(s) / Licenses for meeting the local requirements to provide these services at the DC VAMC (if applicable)

8. Confirmation that your organization has the capability & expertise to meet the performance requirements while complying with applicable limitations in subcontracting by responding to the questions below with your response:

a. Do you intend to self-perform this effort?

b. If you are located outside the immediate area, how will you self-perform?

c. Or do you intend to subcontract work under this contract?

d. If you intend to subcontract work under this contract, how will you ensure compliance with the limitations on subcontracting?

Response Instructions:

Responses must be submitted by 10:00 AM (ET) 1/25/2026. Responses to the information requested above must be submitted via email to John Ritter at John.Ritter2@va.gov.

This request for information/sources sought notice is for planning purposes ONLY and does not constitute a solicitation, responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The results of this market research will assist in the development of (1) the requirement, and (2) the acquisition strategy (e.g., SDVOSB/SDVOSB set-aside, small business set-aside, full and open competition, etc.). VA assumes no responsibility for any costs incurred as a result of a vendor’s attendance to the Site-Visit nor the preparation of responses submitted as a result of this notice.

mailto:John.Ritter2@va.gov