J046--SPS RO System Replacement, bld 143

Veterans Integrated Service Network 6, Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks repair and replacement services for the reverse osmosis (RO) water system at Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Building 143, with quotations due May 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT. This is a 100 percent small business set-aside on a firm-fixed-price basis.

Place of performance is Salem, Virginia. The scope comprises eight line items: replacing three membrane housings with six end caps, replacing six RO membranes (TW30XLE-4040 low-pressure membranes at 2600 gpd), repairing a leak on RO System 2, replacing the recirculation pump (115v/230v/1 phase, 1-1/2 HP), supplying a replacement recirculation pump for back stock, re-piping Schedule 80 PVC from the recirculation pump to UV filters in 1-1/2 inches, re-piping supply and return lines from 3-inch to 2-inch PVC, and re-bedding the carbon tank on RO System 2. All work must comply with applicable national, state, and local codes and be performed during standard working hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM) to minimize disruption to VA Medical Center operations.

Performance period is 120 days from contract award (June 1 to October 31, 2026). All contractor personnel must obtain VA badges and pass background investigations at the Special Agency Check level. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and verified as small businesses in the SBA database at quote submission. Service Contract Act wage determination applies (Wage Determination 2015-4315, Revision 31, effective December 3, 2025, covering Roanoke and Salem counties in Virginia).

Evaluation criteria are Technical/Management Approach (demonstrating clear understanding and capability with at least two similar contracts within three years), Past Performance (quality, responsiveness, delivery schedules, and service quality within three years), and Price. An optional site visit is scheduled May 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Technical questions are due May 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT. The Contracting Officer is Harold L. McQuillia (harold.mcquillia@va.gov, 757-315-3430), and the Contract Specialist is Kristine Woodbury (kristine.woodbury@va.gov, 757-728-3449).