H945--RLRVAMC Legionella Testing

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VHA) is seeking Legionella testing services for the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. The solicitation requires quarterly microbiological testing of water systems, specifically 50 samples per quarter from the main building and 10 samples from the Veteran's House, with an additional 6 retested samples. Contractors must utilize CDC ELITE or PHE EQA accredited laboratory testing methods, provide training to Engineering personnel within one week of award, and conduct first-draw samples with precise temperature, pH, and chlorine level measurements. The VA will evaluate quotes through a comparative analysis process that considers technical capability, past performance, and pricing. Quotes are due by February 28, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET, with the initial base performance period spanning from April 7, 2025, to April 6, 2026.

The contract is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS code 541380, with a size standard of $19 million. The procurement will be a firm-fixed-price contract with quarterly payments made in arrears, following a base period and four potential one-year option periods. Contractors must provide comprehensive services including all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for Legionella testing. Critical requirements include emergency response capabilities within 4 hours, annual validation of the facility's Water Safety Management Plan, and strict adherence to VA Directive 1061 guidelines. The place of performance is located in Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, with testing to be conducted at two specific locations: the main VA Medical Center building and the Veteran's House on Cold Spring Road.