H945--Boiler Safety Device Testing Battle Creek

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration, specifically the Battle Creek VA Medical Center, is seeking a contractor to perform comprehensive boiler safety device testing and inspection services. The solicitation (36C25025Q0422) requires a qualified professional inspector to conduct biannual safety device testing and yearly internal and external inspections on three water tube boilers (two 40,000 lb/hr and one 20,000 lb/hr) and a deaerator located in Building 300. Inspectors must be certified by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors or meet equivalent state/industry qualifications, and must comply with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations, VHA Directive 1810, and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Quotes are due by March 28, 2025 at 12:00 EDT, with award to be made via comparative analysis. Contractors must complete the 852.219-75 subcontracting certification to be considered for the contract.

The contract is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 238220, with a size standard of $19 million. The contract will have a base period from April 5, 2025 to April 4, 2026, with three potential one-year option periods extending the contract potentially through April 2029. The place of performance is Springfield, MI 49037, with testing to occur twice annually in spring and fall. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract will involve comprehensive evaluations of boiler safety devices, controls, instrumentation, and performance metrics. The solicitation represents a critical maintenance and safety initiative for the VA Medical Center's heating infrastructure, ensuring proper operation and compliance with federal safety standards.