J046--NEW Responsible Water Operator Base plus 4 contract.

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 12 (VA VHA VISN 12) has issued a Special Notice for a federal contract opportunity related to water operator services. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C25225Q0349, is set aside for small businesses and falls under the Water Supply and Irrigation Systems NAICS category. The opportunity focuses on maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of water purification and sewage treatment equipment. This contract is specifically for a base plus 4 contract, indicating potential multiple award periods or task order options. The Special Notice was posted on May 16, 2025, with a submission deadline of May 20, 2025.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to provide amended instructions to potential offerors, specifically highlighting new experience requirements for contractors. Contractors must now demonstrate at least three years of documented experience in water operator services and provide references substantiating their previous work history. Eligible contractors must be small businesses with proven expertise in water supply and treatment systems. The opportunity requires careful review of the attached solicitation documents, particularly the revised 52.212-1 document, which outlines detailed submission guidelines. Interested contractors must thoroughly prepare their proposals to meet the stringent experience and reference requirements. The contract represents an opportunity for small businesses to provide critical water operator services to the Veterans Health Administration. Contractors should pay close attention to the specific submission deadlines and comprehensive documentation requirements to be considered for this federal contract opportunity.