J044--Boiler Plant Safety Devices

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VHA) is seeking qualified contractors to install and test boiler plant safety devices at the Manchester, NH Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). The project involves modifications to three Superior/Webster boilers and one Cain Industries HRSG unit, which will require replacing gas regulators, propane safety shutoff valves, DA PRV bypass lines, and installing electrical and mechanical test points to meet new testing manual procedures. Vendors responding to this Sources Sought Notice must demonstrate substantial experience with institutional/industrial boiler plants, possess at least one year of trade school education, and have a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience. The solicitation requires familiarity with NFPA, ASME, and VHA standards, and vendors must submit their responses via email to david.valenzuela2@va.gov by December 11, 2024, at 3:00 PM EST, referencing RFQ #36C24125Q0127 in the subject line. The opportunity is classified under NAICS code 238220 for Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors.

While no specific set-aside has been definitively established, the VA indicates the contract may be reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), or small businesses depending on the responses received. The procurement will be evaluated based on vendors' technical capabilities, experience with complex boiler system modifications, and compliance with safety standards. No specific contract value or budget range was disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice. The scope of work suggests a focused, specialized project with precise technical requirements that will demand significant expertise in industrial boiler systems and safety device installation. Potential contractors should carefully review the technical specifications and be prepared to demonstrate their comprehensive understanding of institutional boiler plant maintenance and safety protocols.