J043--Sub-Basement Vacuum Pump Replacement

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 21 is seeking a contractor to replace one claw vacuum pump at the VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno due to overheating issues. The procurement requires furnishing and installing a new Busch MM1502 AV, 15 HP Claw Vacuum Pump along with associated labor for installation and testing. Contractors must provide trained ASSE 6010 installers, handle waste disposal, coordinate with the Contracting Officer's Representative, and follow all applicable codes and standards. The solicitation (36C26125Q0875) was posted on August 27, 2025, with responses due by September 11, 2025. The contractor will also be required to provide operation and maintenance instructions upon completion of the installation.

This opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 811412 (Appliance Repair and Maintenance). The contract structure includes three line items: materials for one pump, 120 hours of trained installer labor, and 20 hours for testing and verification. The period of performance runs from September 15, 2025 to December 31, 2025, with a total work completion timeframe of four weeks. The place of performance is specifically at the Fresno VA Campus within the VA Central California Health Care System. No incumbent contractor or specific award values are mentioned in the available documentation, though the structured pricing approach suggests a straightforward replacement project with clearly defined scope and timeline.