American Lake Generator Muffler Repair

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 20 seeks muffler replacement repair and testing on a 750kw Caterpillar generator (Model 3412, Serial 37AJ01022) at American Lake Division in Tacoma, Washington, with quotations due June 16, 2026 at 12:00 PDT.

Place of performance is Tacoma, WA 98493. Work scope includes removal and replacement of the muffler and associated gaskets, bolts, band, and elbow; surface preparation; quality inspection; installation; area cleaning; and load testing to verify proper function and absence of leaks. All generator technicians must be certified by Caterpillar Inc. through official training programs. Work must be completed within 30 days of contract award during normal business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, excluding federal holidays). Contractor personnel must coordinate with the Contracting Officer's Representative upon arrival and checkout and comply with VA Police temporary badge requirements and Medical Center Directives. The contractor bears all costs for equipment damage caused by testing and must comply with federal, state, and local safety regulations including OSHA and EPA requirements.

The estimated award amount is $12.5 million under a Time and Materials contract type. This is an unrestricted acquisition with no small business set-aside. The NAICS code is 811310, Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance; the PSC is H228, Equipment and Materials Testing—Engines, Turbines, and Components. Service Contract Act prevailing wages apply. Offers must include a completed SF 1449 form and a vendor quote detailing labor hours, rates, and all pricing items. Responses must be emailed to Matthew Combes at Matthew.combes@va.gov. Payment is by Electronic Funds Transfer upon successful completion.