36C26126R0007 Replace B530 Gymnasium Floor Solicitation

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration is soliciting comprehensive construction services to remove and replace the existing gymnasium flooring in Building 530 at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System with a safe, durable, and high-performance surface suitable for athletic and community use. The project involves full replacement of the gymnasium floor and sub-floor, with potential mold removal estimated at 2,000 square feet, addressing damage from a previous water leak. Key requirements include installation of Northern hard maple wood athletic flooring meeting Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association standards, with performance specifications including shock absorption of at least 53%, vertical deflection of 0.09 inches, and ball bounce of 90%. Contractors may submit pre-proposal inquiries through the Request for Information form, with responses to be communicated through amendments or posted on sam.gov. The proposal deadline is December 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time, and interested parties should direct questions to christopher.aguon@va.gov and charee.harris@va.gov.

This solicitation is designated as a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, limiting competition to eligible entities. The project will be performed at the basement level of Building 530 located at Palo Alto, CA 94304, with an estimated 60-day completion timeline. Contractors are permitted to store materials on-site, utilize elevators for material hauling, and may have a single site superintendent serve multiple roles including Site Safety and Health Officer and Quality Control responsibilities. The VA will handle relocation of most gym equipment except for bleachers, and no electrical, mechanical, or fire alarm work is required under this contract. The solicitation requires detailed cost breakdowns across 35 construction divisions, with contractors providing comprehensive pricing for all labor, materials, bonds, insurance, overhead, and profit associated with the floor replacement project.