J043--Boiler Useful Life Study Inspection

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Great Lakes Acquisition Center is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors for a Boiler Useful Life Study at the Danville VA Medical Center in Danville, Illinois. The primary objective is to secure a contractor capable of providing comprehensive inspection and testing services for boilers and associated equipment, with a requirement to produce a detailed report of findings and recommendations, which must be professionally stamped by a licensed engineer. Interested vendors must submit a capability statement by January 28, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST to Makena.James@VA.gov, including specific documentation such as DUNS number, organizational details, point of contact, business size, and socioeconomic status. The procurement falls under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 541330 for Engineering Services, with a Product Service Code (PSC) of J043 for maintenance and repair of equipment. This sources sought notice is strictly for market research purposes and does not guarantee the issuance of a formal solicitation.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for this contract opportunity, meaning it is open to a broad range of vendors. While the potential award value and precise contract timeline are not explicitly stated, the scope involves a comprehensive boiler system evaluation requiring specialized engineering expertise. The VA has structured this market research to assess vendor capabilities and potential interest in the project before potentially releasing a formal Request for Proposal (RFP). Vendors will be evaluated based on their technical competence, ability to provide comprehensive inspection services, and capacity to deliver a professionally documented engineering report. The contract appears focused on a targeted, specialized service that requires professional engineering skills and thorough equipment assessment capabilities.