Boiler safety device testing services
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- Solicitation number
- 36C26126Q0778
- Agency
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Veterans Integrated Service Network 21
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 238220 Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
- Place of performance
- California 93703, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors for Boiler Safety Device Testing Services at the VA Central California Health Care System Central Energy Plant in Fresno, California, with a sources sought response deadline of June 10, 2026.
The VA anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price services contract. Work performance occurs at the Central Energy Plant facility in Fresno. The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, management, tools, testing equipment, transportation, permits, personal protective equipment, and qualified personnel to conduct monthly boiler safety device testing, one Government-scheduled semiannual inspection and testing cycle per contract year, boiler pressure vessel inspections, and Boiler External Inspection (BEI) safety device testing. Services include completion of Government-provided checklists, deficiency identification and reporting, and inspection and testing documentation. The scope explicitly excludes repairs, corrective maintenance, equipment replacement, valve replacement, system modifications, and warranty work.
Performance must comply with VHA Directive 1810, the VHA Boiler and Associated Plant Safety Device Testing Manual, Government-provided testing checklists, applicable manufacturer recommendations, OSHA requirements, and Federal, State, and local regulations. Contractor must hold VHA Directive 1810 Qualified Testing Contractor certification and relevant California personnel or service delivery capability.
Responses must address company information, UEI number, business size and socioeconomic status, SAM registration confirmation, relevant boiler safety testing experience with VA Medical Centers, at least three facility references, required licenses and certifications, recommended NAICS (238220) and PSC (H299) codes, subcontracting plans, and applicable IDIQ contract vehicles. Submit capability statements (not exceeding five pages excluding certifications) to Contract Specialist Karen Cooper at karen.cooper332@va.gov. The VA will assess set-aside eligibility under the Veterans First Contracting Program and VA Rule of Two.
Notice text
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify qualified firms capable of providing Boiler Safety Device Testing Services in support of the VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) Central Energy Plant located in Fresno, California.
The Government is specifically seeking information regarding contractor capability, experience, geographic availability, and business size status to assist in determining the most appropriate acquisition strategy for this requirement.
The Government anticipates a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) services contract for Boiler Safety Device Testing Services.
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, management, tools, testing equipment, transportation, permits, personal protective equipment (PPE), and qualified personnel necessary to perform recurring inspection and testing services for boiler plant equipment, pressure vessel inspections, and Boiler External Inspection (BEI) safety devices located within the Central Energy Plant.
Services are anticipated to include:
• Monthly boiler safety device testing activities
• One Government-scheduled semiannual boiler safety device inspection/testing cycle per contract year
• Boiler pressure vessel inspection support
• Boiler External Inspection (BEI) safety device testing
• Completion of Government-provided testing checklists
• Deficiency identification and reporting
• Inspection and testing documentation
This requirement is for inspection and testing services only.
The contractor shall not perform repairs, corrective maintenance, equipment replacement, valve replacement, system modifications, or warranty work under this requirement.
The contractor shall perform services in accordance with:
• VHA Directive 1810
• VHA Boiler and Associated Plant Safety Device Testing Manual
• Government-provided testing checklists
• Applicable manufacturer recommendations
• OSHA requirements
• Federal, State, and local regulations
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler_Safety_Device_Testing_PWS_Inspection_V1_COR Approved.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C26126Q0778_Sources Sought.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler Safety Device Testing | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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