H335--Semi-Annual Elevator Inspections Five-Year Testing

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 6 is seeking a contractor to perform semi-annual elevator inspections and five-year testing at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, Virginia. The solicitation (Number 36C24625Q0537) requires comprehensive inspections of 29 vertical transportation devices across multiple buildings, with required inspections in the 2nd and 4th quarters and a five-year testing scheduled for June 2026. Contractors must provide qualified inspectors with ASME/NAESA certification and a minimum of five years of experience, adhering to ANSI/ASME A17.1 and A17.2 standards. The evaluation will utilize a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedure, considering technical capability, price, and past performance. Quotes are due by 15:30 PM EST on February 21, 2024, with contractors expected to demonstrate comprehensive technical and professional capabilities in vertical transportation inspection services.

The solicitation is unrestricted, with no specific small business set-aside, and encompasses a contract structure with one base year and four option years. The total estimated contract value is approximately $11.5 million, covering the comprehensive inspection services for the VA Medical Center's elevator systems. The place of performance is the Salem VA Medical Center located in Salem, Virginia, with inspections required across multiple facility buildings. Contractors will be responsible for detailed documentation, reporting, and adherence to strict professional standards in elevator inspection and testing. The procurement falls under NAICS Category 541350 (Building Inspection Services) and PSC Category H335 (Inspection- Service And Trade Equipment), indicating a specialized technical service procurement focused on ensuring the safety and operational integrity of vertical transportation equipment.