Improve Patient Experience at VA Palo Alto HCS

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA) is seeking construction services to improve patient experience at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System through a comprehensive renovation project. The solicitation covers multiple tasks including replacing doors and hardware in Building 5, installing security and access control systems in the T6B daycare facility, constructing physical barriers and playground improvements, installing shade sail structures, renovating a restroom in Building 100, and upgrading a storm drain system. The evaluation will be based solely on price, with a requirement that offerors must be verified in the VetCert database at the time of proposal submission and award. Key dates include a mandatory site visit on March 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM PST, with questions due by March 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM PST, and proposals due by April 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM PST. Contractors must submit a bid guarantee of 20% (not to exceed $5 million) and be prepared to provide performance and payment bonds within 10 days of award.

The contract is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) that are certified VISN 21 MACC Group 2 contract holders. The estimated project value ranges between $2-5 million, with a total performance period of 573 calendar days after the notice to proceed. The project will take place at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System located in Palo Alto, California, spanning multiple buildings including Buildings 5, 7, 100, and the T6B daycare facility. The work involves detailed architectural and engineering improvements, including security enhancements, lighting upgrades, and infrastructure modifications. The project falls under the NAICS category 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction and is classified under PSC category Z2DZ for Repair or Alteration of Other Hospital Buildings. Contractors will need to demonstrate extensive experience in healthcare facility renovations and comply with strict VA construction and safety specifications.