H312--NEW Fire Damper Inspection and Testing Services

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 12, is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive fire, smoke, and combination fire/smoke damper inspection, maintenance, cleaning, recalibration, and testing services at the Clement J. Zablocki Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The contractor must comply with Joint Commission, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes, and state and local regulations while inspecting and testing 71 dampers across multiple buildings and floors. Key qualifications include a minimum of 3 years of fire/smoke damper inspection and maintenance experience, experience within the past 2 years on VA or medical center projects, and experience in the past 3 years on facilities exceeding 450,000 square feet with at least 6 floors. All personnel must complete background checks, fingerprinting, and obtain PIV badges prior to commencing work. Evaluation will be based on price, technical capability, and experience, with the Government reserving the right to select an offeror other than the lowest-priced bidder. The deadline for questions is April 29, 2026, a site visit is scheduled for May 1, 2026, at 9:00 AM Central Time, and proposals are due on May 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM Central Time.

This solicitation is designated as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside under FAR Part 12. The anticipated contract value is $25 million, with a contract period running from June 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026, and options to extend services for up to 6 additional months. The scope of work includes inspecting all 71 dampers, removing and resetting fusible links, lubricating moving parts, clearing debris, manually activating actuators, installing access doors where necessary, and documenting conditions with digital photographs. Work must be scheduled within 30 days of award and completed within 90 days of contract award, requiring daily coordination meetings with VA personnel. Service Contract Labor Standards apply, with the Fire Alarm System Mechanic wage rate set at $33.13 per hour plus 30% fringe benefits as established in the Milwaukee County, Wisconsin wage determination.